Amorim gives shock reason why he thinks losing Europa League final 'could help his job'

Manchester United manager Rúben Amorim has sparked surprise by suggesting that losing the upcoming Europa League final to Tottenham Hotspur could actually make his rebuild job at Old Trafford easier.

In comments reported by The Sun, Amorim admitted that victory in the final on May 21 in Bilbao, which would guarantee United a spot in next season’s Champions League, would also bring heightened pressure for immediate success.

Instead, he hinted that missing out on elite European football might give him the time and space to overhaul the squad properly.

“It’s strange, but yes — if we lose, it might make the job easier. It gives us breathing room to fix things that aren’t working,” Amorim reportedly said.

The Portuguese coach took over mid-season and has inherited a squad plagued by inconsistency, injuries, and tactical mismatches.

With 17 Premier League defeats, United have endured their worst domestic campaign in the modern era. Despite that, they’ve navigated a strong Europa League run and now face Spurs in a one-off final that could define the club’s near future.

Champions League qualification would reportedly net the club £80 million, but Amorim remains focused on long-term development, including reshaping the culture at Carrington and trimming a bloated, high-earning squad.

Internally, he has pointed to underperforming stars like Casemiro, Antony, and Sancho as part of the problem, and he's pushing for discipline-first, tactically adaptable players this summer.

His remarks also come as United face financial and internal pressure, with INEOS-led cost-cutting triggering staff layoffs and perks being stripped — including tickets to the Europa League final. In a touching move, Amorim has personally paid for 30 club staff members to attend the game, reinforcing his commitment to team culture and loyalty.

While some fans may bristle at the suggestion that a European final loss could be beneficial, Amorim appears to be playing the long game — prioritizing a rebuild that he believes can return United to elite status.