Ruben Amorim has three games to save his job | OneFootball

Ruben Amorim’s tenure at Manchester United could hinge on the next three fixtures, with reports suggesting the club hierarchy will reassess the Portuguese manager’s future following their match against Sunderland in early October, according to Sky Sports.

Amorim’s record in the Premier League has been troubling. Across 31 league games, the former Sporting manager has secured a win rate of under 25 percent, raising serious questions about whether he will complete a full season if results do not improve. The coming fixtures, a home clash with Chelsea, a visit to Brentford, and the Sunderland match, are widely regarded as pivotal in determining whether the 40-year-old retains the confidence of the board.

Financial considerations add another layer of complexity. Reports suggest that sacking Amorim within the first year of his contract would cost United around £12m, despite ongoing cost-cutting measures at the club over the past 12 months. Such a move would mark the sixth managerial departure requiring compensation since Sir Alex Ferguson’s retirement in 2013.

Amorim’s philosophy and commitment to his 3-4-3 system have been under intense scrutiny amid a run of poor results, and the pressure to deliver immediate wins has never been greater. The upcoming trio of fixtures will not only test United’s resilience on the pitch but also determine whether Amorim can convince the club that he remains the right man to lead them through a turbulent season.

GFN | Finn Entwistle