Rúben Amorim Sets 20-Year Manchester United Vision After Challenging First Season

Manchester United manager Rúben Amorim wants to stay at the club for 20 years. He believes he can lead United back to the top after a hard first season.

WHAT HAPPENED?

Rúben Amorim is preparing for his first full season in charge. He wants to stay at Manchester United for 20 years. He became the manager in November 2024 during a crisis. Last season, United finished 15th in the Premier League. This was their worst season in over 50 years. They also lost the Europa League final to Tottenham Hotspur, missing out on a trophy and European football for the next season. They also had many big defeats. Amorim admitted he used up all the goodwill he had. He now focuses on starting fresh with a new squad and clear goals for the future.

CHASING A RETURN TO GLORY

United struggled last year, putting pressure on the club’s leadership and players. Amorim believes Manchester United will win the Premier League and the Champions League again. They spent £128.5 million on forwards Bryan Mbeumo and Matheus Cunha this summer, showing their intent to improve quickly. Past United managers since Sir Alex Ferguson did not last longer than three years, making Amorim’s 20-year plan bold. The team last won the Premier League in 2013 and the Champions League in 2008, which adds pressure for a turnaround this season.

WHAT’S NEXT FOR AMORIM AND UNITED?

With no European football, United will focus on climbing the Premier League table. Their first game of the 2025/26 season will be important as they face Arsenal on Saturday, August 9. They want to start strong after last year’s disappointment and are currently behind teams like Manchester City and Arsenal, who both finished well above United last season. The goal for United is to move away from the relegation zone and challenge for a top-six spot. Fans and experts will watch closely to see if Amorim’s major signings and long-term vision can bring the change Old Trafford wants. Amorim has expressed that he is content with the squad ahead of the new season, which includes his readiness to welcome Jadon Sancho, Antony, and Alejandro Garnacho back into the lineup, as evidenced by a recent report from Fabrizio Romano.