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Jamie Carragher has let loose on Ruben Amorim, slamming the Manchester United boss after his heated post-match tirade exposed deep cracks behind the scenes at Old Trafford.
Amorim’s Frustration Boils Over
Following a 1-1 draw with Leeds, Amorim used his press conference to make it clear: he didn’t sign up to be a “head coach” with limited power. The Portuguese boss, appointed in November 2024, insisted he came to be the manager of Manchester United and hinted that Ineos and Sir Jim Ratcliffe had promised him more control.
His message was blunt: he’s not quitting, he’s doing things his way for the next 18 months, or until he’s replaced. He also fired shots at the club’s scouting setup, sporting director Jason Wilcox, and even Gary Neville, who’s been one of his loudest critics.
“I came here to be the manager of Manchester United… not to be the coach,” Amorim snapped. “That was the deal.”
Carragher: “Barely Competent” and Out of Line
Carragher wasn’t having any of it. Speaking on Sky Sports, the former Liverpool defender tore into Amorim’s rant, saying the United manager had no leg to stand on.
“He’s not good enough,” Carragher said bluntly. “He’s barely competent enough to be a Premier League manager right now.”
According to Carragher, Amorim’s complaints might stem from a lack of January reinforcements or internal pressure after inconsistent tactics. But either way, he said Amorim should look inward.
“He’s flip-flopping between systems. One week it’s a back four, then a back five against Wolves, which led to one of the worst performances of the season.”
Carragher also pointed to United’s hefty summer spending as proof that Amorim has been backed. The club dropped £225 million on players like Matheus Cunha, Benjamin Sesko, and Bryan Mbeumo.
“You can’t say you’ve not been supported when they’ve spent that much,” Carragher said. “No European football, no Champions League—largely down to him—and yet they still invested heavily. He should be counting his blessings, not complaining.”
Trouble Brewing at Old Trafford
Amorim’s comments are just the latest sign of mounting tension within the club. Despite sitting fifth in the Premier League after 20 games, United’s form has been patchy, and the football uninspiring. Carragher suggested many current Premier League managers would get more from this squad.
“This is a guy who once called this possibly the worst United team in history,” Carragher added. “Well, he’s managing it—and not managing it well.”
With Amorim’s contract running until the summer of 2027, this standoff with the board could drag on. But judging by Carragher’s reaction—and the mood among fans—his leash might be a lot shorter than he thinks.
