Mourinho Backs Amorim Amidst United’s Disappointing Season
In a surprising turn of events, former Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho has voiced his support for current head coach Ruben Amorim, despite the club’s worst-ever Premier League finish. United ended the season in 15th place, missing out on European competition after a heartbreaking 1-0 loss to Tottenham Hotspur in the Europa League final.
Mourinho, who led United to their last European title in 2017, spoke candidly about the implications of this season’s struggles. “The impact of losing the Europa League final is huge, especially considering how long Manchester United has been absent from European competitions,” he told Sky Sports. “However, it seems the club is committed to supporting Ruben. They are giving him time and the conditions to move forward.”
Reflecting on his own experiences, Mourinho recalled his challenging start at Porto in 2002, where he faced difficulties but ultimately turned the tide to achieve remarkable success. “I had a tough six months at Porto, but with support, we turned it around,” he said, hinting at the potential for Amorim to do the same at United.
Amorim, who took the reins at United last November after leaving Sporting CP, has publicly apologized to the fans for the team’s disappointing performance this season. The weight of expectations looms large as he aims to rebuild and restore pride at one of football’s most storied clubs.
