Published on 22 May 2025
1. Rock Bottom: A Historic Low
Losing to Spurs in the Europa League final sealed United\'s worst season since 1974.
Relegation zone fears linger with a possible 17th-place finish still on the table.
A morale-draining post-season tour to Malaysia and Hong Kong awaits.
Player Futures in Doubt
Alejandro Garnacho – On the Edge
Furious over being benched for the final despite consistent Europa League contributions.
Public comments and family outbursts have cast serious doubt on his future.
Amorim prefers narrow playmakers over traditional wingers—Garnacho may not fit.
Bruno Fernandes – Considering His Options
A disappointing final, but still the team\'s leader.
Open to a potential move if United decide to cash in.
Interest from Al-Hilal, and with age and wages rising, a sale may be tempting.
Kobbie Mainoo – A Talent Wasted?
Once seen as United’s future, now appears sidelined.
Minimal minutes in major games suggest Amorim doesn’t fully trust him.
Transfer rumors persist, and an exit seems increasingly probable.
Amorim in the Crosshairs
Stay or Go?
Only 6 wins in 26 Premier League games—worse than Ten Hag’s record.
Offered to resign without compensation, but protected by Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s support.
Sacking him now would cost more and erode faith in INEOS\' project.
Will likely survive to oversee summer transfer plans—but pressure is mounting fast.
Financial Fallout: Cuts Incoming
Missed Champions League = Missed Money
£100m loss in prize and broadcast revenue.
Matheus Cunha deal is safe, but further signings require player sales.
Target quality will drop—big-name players want Champions League football.
Staff cuts possible, adding to a gloomy club atmosphere.
The One Silver Lining
No Europe = Time to Rebuild
More time on the training pitch could help Amorim implement his philosophy.
Mirrors his success at Sporting, where no European football led to a league title.
Examples like Newcastle, Forest, Leicester, and Chelsea show it’s possible to thrive without midweek distractions.
Bottom Line:
United are at a tipping point. Garnacho, Mainoo, and Fernandes could all leave. Amorim is clinging to his job. The club is broke, broken—but just maybe, the reset button has been hit.