Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim says he will not quit. After a 2–0 loss to West Ham in the Premier League, he talked about his role at the club. He said he knows the problems the team faces. If he cannot fix them, the club might need someone else. But that does not mean he is giving up.
At a UEFA press meeting before the Europa League final, Ruben Amorim made his point clear. The final is set for May 21 against Tottenham.
“I have no thoughts about quitting,” he said. “I know the team’s issues. These results in the league are not okay. I must take action. If I don’t do well, the board will look for someone else. That’s how the job works.”
Poor League Results Raise Concerns
United fans are worried. The team is 16th in the league. This could be the worst finish since 1974 when they were relegated. Even though the team reached the Europa League final, the league form has been poor.
United has won only four Premier League matches in 2025. Three of those wins came against teams already sent down. Since beating Fulham on January 26, the team has only beaten Ipswich and Leicester.
Some people believe if United loses the final, Amorim might have more time to focus on fixing the team. Amorim doesn’t agree with that.
“I will not rely on that excuse,” he said. “If we lose, it makes everything worse. Next season, the fans and press will not wait. We must be perfect from the start, and I know that.”
No Big Party After Final
The club has made strict plans for the Europa League final. Each player gets a small number of tickets for family. Staff members will also get fewer tickets. Even if United wins, there won’t be a city parade.
Instead, they will have a simple barbecue at the Carrington training center. It will happen the Thursday after the final. That’s all.
Helping Staff Affected by Job Cuts
Some staff members won’t be able to bring their families. Many cannot afford the travel. Amorim and the players want to help. They will pay for tickets for families of the staff affected by job losses.
More than 250 jobs were cut last year. This year, up to 200 more could go. Amorim said the players agreed to help cover costs.
“There are many changes, and many people are leaving,” Amorim said. “We must support those who are losing jobs. The club is focused on surviving. When they explained the reason, I knew I had to help. The cost means little to me, but it means a lot to them. All the players wanted to help too.”
Emotional Stakes Are High
Amorim played in a Europa League final in 2014. He was with Benfica at the time. They lost to Sevilla on penalties. He still remembers the pain.
Now, as a coach, he wants a different result. He also knows what a win means for the club. It could bring in about £100 million through Champions League access and other rewards.
“I don’t call myself a finalist,” he said. “If we lose, it’s like we did nothing. I told the players we must win. That’s the only goal. If we don’t, nothing else will matter.”
Fans Want Change and Wins
Many fans still support Amorim. They know he walked into a tough job. The club has had problems for years. But patience is running low. If results don’t improve fast, even loyal fans may lose hope.
The club is going through a rebuild. Players, staff, and coaches are all under pressure. Next season must show a real change. A win in the Europa League final would help a lot. But that alone won’t be enough.
Focus on the Future
Amorim knows the job is big. He says he’s ready for the challenge. The Europa League final is a chance to give fans something to cheer about.
“I’m staying,” Amorim said. “I’m not walking away from this club. I know what needs to be done. And I’m going to do it.”