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Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim has made it clear he has no plans to resign, despite growing speculation about his future at the club.
After Sunday's Premier League loss to West Ham, Amorim had hinted that if he couldn't solve United's issues before next season, the club might need to consider someone else for the job. That remark was widely seen as a sign he may be feeling overwhelmed by the size of the task.
But speaking at a UEFA media event at Old Trafford ahead of the Europa League final against Tottenham on May 21, Amorim dismissed those suggestions.
"I'm far from quitting," he insisted. "I have a clear vision for the team and I fully understand the challenges we're facing.
"Since I arrived, I've spoken about maintaining high standards. When results like these come, especially in the Premier League, I have to take responsibility. But that doesn't mean I'm giving up. What I meant was if we don't improve, it's natural the club would consider changes—that's just football."
While Amorim has led United to a rare European final, their third since 2011, the club's domestic form has been dismal. Heading into the final two league matches, United sit 16th in the table, on course for their worst league finish since their relegation in 1973–74.
In 2025, United have only managed four Premier League wins—three of them against teams that have already been relegated. Since their win at Fulham on January 26, they've only beaten Ipswich and Leicester in the league.
Some might suggest that losing the Europa League final could give Amorim more time to train and rebuild the squad next season without the distraction of European games. But the coach strongly rejects that notion.
"That's not how I see it," he said. "It would be a weak excuse. If we don't win, things will get very tough. Fan patience and media pressure will be intense next season. We'll have to be nearly perfect to stay on course."
Meanwhile, the West Ham loss has drawn attention to the club's internal preparations for the Europa League final. The number of tickets for players' families and staff has been restricted, and there are no plans for a public celebration if United beat Spurs—just a quiet barbecue at the Carrington training ground upon their return.
Amorim and his players, recognizing the financial struggles some staff members face, have offered to help by covering the cost of tickets for backroom staff families. This comes at a time when the club is undergoing a second wave of up to 200 job cuts, following 250 layoffs last year.
"It's a difficult situation," Amorim explained. "There's a lot of turnover and restructuring. The club can't always afford to support every staff member, so I felt the right thing to do was to help.
"It won't affect me financially, but making sure the staff are comfortable and supported for such a big occasion means they can give their best. The players felt the same—they want their loved ones present too."
Amorim brings personal experience to this moment, having played in a Europa League final himself for Benfica in 2014, when they lost to Sevilla on penalties in Turin.
Aside from the estimated £100 million windfall Champions League qualification would bring, Amorim stressed the importance of winning the final for sporting pride.
"I never say I was a Europa League finalist," he said. "You either win, or it feels like a waste. That's the mentality I want my players to have—we have to win. Otherwise, it won't mean anything."
