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United bosses fear Amorim will do the unthinkable to avoid embarrassing situation – report

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September 30, 2025

United bosses fear Amorim will do the unthinkable to avoid embarrassing situation – report

Manchester United’s hierarchy continue to back Ruben Amorim despite the club’s disastrous start to the new season.

United recorded their lowest ever finish of 15th last term and ended the campaign trophyless. Yet, Amorim was allowed to remain at the helm.

After a pre-season under the Portuguese and four major signings costing nearly £220m, the Red Devils find themselves only one place better off after six games in the Premier League.

Sir Jim Ratcliffe and company still believe, at least publicly, that Amorim can turn United’s season around, but the 40-year-old apparently doesn’t share the same level of optimism.

Ruben Amorim could resign before he is sacked

According to iPaper, United insiders fear Amorim may resign rather than be sacked.

It is understood Ratcliffe is “desperate” to give his first managerial appointment at Old Trafford a full season to prove himself. However, Amorim could jump before his pushed.

The report states: “One insider insisted Amorim will soon have to consider how to preserve his own long-term reputation and added he could ‘walk away’ before his Premier League record becomes any more embarrassing and potentially career-defining.”

The ex-Sporting CP boss lost 14 times in 167 league games in Portugal. He has already lost 17 games out of 33 in the Premier League.

Interim hire likely to fill Amorim’s void

If Amorim does leave, Ineos could bring in an interim manager until the end of the season.

It is understood Michael Carrick is one potential option. He left Middlesbrough at the end of last term.

Recently, The Peoples Person relayed a report claiming Carrick, who was Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and Jose Mourinho’s assistant at United, would be “tempted by a return” to his former club.

United would reportedly prefer Amorim’s successor to have experience of English football.

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U21s: Lincoln 3 United 0

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U21s: Lincoln 3 United 0

Tuesday 30 September 2025 20:53

Manchester United’s Under-21s were beaten 3-0 by League One side Lincoln City in the EFL Trophy on Tuesday.

Goals from Tom Hamer, Erik Ring and Reeco Hackett secured victory for the Imps despite a valiant display from Travis Binnion’s side.

Shea Lacey and James Scanlon both went close for United across the 90 minutes, but our best chance fell the way of Jack Fletcher.

The midfielder was denied by City defender Lewis Montsma with his strike almost certain to find the net, if not for a fine goalmouth interception.

FIRST HALFIt took 16 minutes of toing and froing before Binnion’s side had a meaningful attempt on goal, with Scanlon stinging the palms of Zach Jeacock with a near-post effort.

Justin Obikwu then danced into the penalty area for the hosts soon after, before Will Murdock was called into action to deny him.

Murdock was then needed again to deny Lincoln’s no.20 again, with this time it was Dexter Lembikisa teeing him up.

A free-kick from Lacey was blocked by his own team-mate in Chido Obi as we reached the interval, with Scanlon then denied at close range as the first half drew to a close.

SECOND HALFMichael Skubala’s side took the lead with the second half only two minutes old, as Ivan Varfolomeev’s corner was thundered home by Hamer to open the scoring.

Lacey again seemed the brightest of our sparks, cutting into the box before bending his left-footed strike over the crossbar.

Our best of the encounter fell the way of Fletcher on 56 minutes, with his shot cleared off the line by Montsma.

The Imps then added a second with 20 minutes remaining, as Ring was found at the back post by Lembikisa, with the former smashing home from close range via the crossbar.

Substitute Hackett was then put clean through to make it three before missing the target entirely.

Rob Street bared down on goal as Skubala’s men continued to up the ante, before a killer blow was dealt late on.

Hackett made no mistake as he was found unmarked inside the box for a second time on 88 minutes, with his shot coming back off the post and nestling into the bottom corner.

Murdock kept the score at three making a fine save to deny Street in additional time, before Jack Fletcher saw his late strike pushed away by Jeacock in the game’s final action.

MATCH DETAILS

United:

Murdock; Kamason, Munro, Bennett (McAllister, 82), J.Fletcher; T.Fletcher, Devaney; Lacey, Fitzgerald (Musa, 85), Scanlon (Ibragimov, 82), Obi (Biancheri, 67).

Subs not used: Heath, Mills, Thwaites.

Booked: Devaney.

There had been suggestions that the Blaugrana, satisfied with Rashford’s output and work ethic since joining their ranks, are already putting plans in place to snap him up permanently. However, Deco has shut down such rumours, insisting that a decision will be made towards the end of the campaign.

Deco also gave his thoughts on Rashford’s struggles at Old Trafford and hinted that United managers may have been asking too much of him.

Deco’s comments on Rashford

Deco spoke to Mundo Deportivo and was asked whether a decision on Rashford has been made. He answered, “He’s on a simple loan, there’s no penalty, and if we want him, we have an option to buy.”

“It’s too early to talk about decisions for next season, but what matters is that we’re happy with him. What we thought he could bring to us, he’s bringing.”

“He’s a very high-level player; he exploded very early, then he had great seasons at United, then he had years of more complicated management with changes of coaches, and perhaps he struggled too because they demanded a lot of things from him there.”

Deco added, “But we’re happy with him; that’s the most important thing.”

“These aren’t decisions for now; now it’s time to focus on the games to come. A decision will be made, but that’s not being discussed right now.”

Rashford will be looking to make his mark once more when Barcelona meet Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League on Wednesday night.

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United going all out to beat City in the race for midfield wonderkid, he has already visited Carrington – report

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September 30, 2025

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United going all out to beat City in the race for midfield wonderkid, he has already visited Carrington – report

Manchester United’s hierarchy might be lacking in ruthlessness when it comes to their senior side, having let Ruben Amorim remain in charge despite their abysmal record over the last 11 months.

However, Ineos have been very ambitious in their recruitment at youth level, as Sir Jim Ratcliffe wants United to sign the best up-and-coming talents and build for the future.

The new regime at Old Trafford has already signed the likes of Enzo Kana-Biyik, Harley Emsden-James, Charlie Hardy, Chido Obi, and Ayden Heaven.

Recently, The Peoples Person relayed a report claiming United have reached an agreement in principle to sign midfield sensation Cristian Orozco from Colombian outfit Fortaleza CEIF.

Now, it has emerged that the Red Devils are trying to beat their rivals to the signing of a Scottish wonderkid.

Manchester United keen to sign McMeekin

According to CentreDevils, United are “pushing hard to sign” Keir McMeekin, who is seen as “one of the brightest talents coming out of Scotland.”

The Scotland U17 international has already visited Carrington training center. He was reportedly joined by some family and his agent.

It is understood United face competition from Manchester City, Chelsea, and Liverpool for the 15-year-old midfielder’s signature.

United are thought to be willing to pay a compensation fee to Hearts to win the race for McMeekin.

McMeekin is yet to make a final decision on his future and the next few weeks could be crucial.

Hardy set to join Man United

Meanwhile, last week, Derby County starlet Charlie Hardy announced he is set for a new chapter.

The 16-year-old goalkeeper will “sign scholarship terms at United after receiving Premier League ratification to join.”

Hardy is expected to play for United’s U18s, who are currently coached by Darren Fletcher.

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“They disrespected me”: Amorim reject does not hold back in scathing criticism of the way United treated him in the summer

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September 30, 2025

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“They disrespected me”: Amorim reject does not hold back in scathing criticism of the way United treated him in the summer

Manchester United’s woes continue unabated in the new season despite a summer overhaul orchestrated by INEOS on Ruben Amorim’s orders.

It was decided that Alejandro Garnacho, Marcus Rashford, Antony, Jadon Sancho, and Tyrell Malacia were all surplus to requirements, and they were collectively referred to as the “bomb squad”.

The co-owners tried desperately to shift them permanently, and except for the Dutch full-back, all the others found new homes, including the Brazilian.

It was a pain to move the ex-Ajax ace on, given how stubborn he was that he would only join Real Betis, with whom he enjoyed a fantastic last six months.

Antony to Betis saga

The Spanish side kept lowballing the Red Devils, and even exited talks to build pressure while the Brazil international also asked for a huge payoff.

In the end, the 20-time English league champions held firm and the player left for Seville on deadline day. Since his move, the La Liga side and their players have kept taking potshots at the Old Trafford side for their treatment of Antony.

Now, the 25-year-old has also spoken up, claiming to El Desmarque (via Sport Witness) that he felt disrespected during the final few weeks of his United stint.

“They were very tough months in England, more than 40 days in the hotel, training separately… I feel like they disrespected me, but that’s not the point,” he said.

“I don’t want to create controversy; that’s life. I’m very grateful for the club; there were bad times, but also good times, with two titles.

Takes a dig at United

“My family travelled to Seville four or five days before the deal was finalised; I had the house rented.”

It was made clear to all exiled players that they had no future under Amorim, yet he tried to squeeze every last drop out of the club, while even having the audacity to ask for a payoff.

And it was the player who decided to stay in a hotel, and not the club. While it is good to see the left-footed attacker rebuilding his career at the Villamarin Stadium, the truth is he never had the personality to play for a club of United’s stature.

Another horrible transfer decision from Erik ten Hag that has set the club back by years. Thankfully, the chapter is over and fans can look forward to better days, whether that be under Amorim or someone else.

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Women’s Player of the Month poll opens

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Four Manchester United Women are in the running for September’s Player of the Month prize.

It’s been a bumper month of action for Marc Skinner’s side, as we’ve negotiated the opening four matches of the Barclays WSL season, plus a European double header with Brann.

History was made, as we defeated the Norwegian outfit 3-1 on aggregate, to progress to the main phase of the Champions League for the first time in our history.

And it’s been a positive start to the top-flight campaign too, with victories over Leicester City, London City Lionesses and Liverpool, plus a draw against Arsenal, meaning we sit second ahead of the first test of October – a mouthwatering clash with leaders and champions Chelsea.

It’s fair to say we’re spoilt for choice when it comes to Player of the Month nominations, but this quartet have particularly stood out…

MELVINE MALARD

Games: 6 Goals: 4 Assists: 1

Our French forward is joint-top of the WSL scoring charts, with braces against Leicester and London City in our opening two league games enabling her to fly out of the blocks.

Melvine has struck up a great relationship with Elisabeth Terland in the Reds’ attack, teeing up the Norwegian for her hat-trick goal versus Brann.

Skinner said: “I think now that she’s settled and we’ve got the best of her, she can be fluid across the front line, she’s a handful.”

JESS PARK

Games: 6 Goals: 1 Assists: 1

The former Manchester City midfielder has enjoyed a brilliant start to life on the red side of the city, opening her account with a stunner in Bromley.

Park has quickly established herself in Skinner’s first XI, starting five of our six games in September and also registering an assist for Malard against London City.

Skinner said: “I think that maybe sometimes she’s been a little bit on the chain and we’re letting her off it to be able to create moments.”

JAYDE RIVIERE

Games: 6 Goals: 1 Assists: 1 Clean Sheets: 4

Jayde has picked up where she left off in 2024/25, with the Reds’ backline proving just as tough to permeate as it was last term.

The Canada international’s attacking instincts have also been evident, as she opened her goalscoring account with a phenomenal strike at London City… which definitely wasn’t a cross!

Riviere said: “I personally just thought I would shoot. She [Melvine] actually encourages me a lot in training to shoot when I’m in the box. I saw the goalie cheat off her line so I said: ‘Why not?’ I guess I got the benefit on this day.”

ELISABETH TERLAND

Games: 6 Goals: 4 Assists: 2

Teri’s amazing record in Europe continued, as her treble helped overturn a first-leg deficit when former side Brann came to Leigh.

Our striker now has eight goals to her name this term – seven in continental competition and one in the league opener v Leicester. She’s bidding to win this prize for a second straight month, but is always keen to credit the team effort…

Terland said: “I’m a loyal player and I work hard for the team. When you have team-mates like you have on this team, you want to do everything for them, and you know they’ll do the same for you.”

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Make your selection in the poll above, before the vote closes on Thursday 2 October.

We’ll announce the winner in the run-up to Friday’s meeting with the Blues.

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Amorim had stressed during the summer that he would reintegrate any players who did not secure exits – and the 40-year-old coach is likely to have been pleased it was Malacia out of all the options to have remained, given the Dutchman was undoubtedly the least explosive member of the ‘bomb squad’.

Malacia has been training with the U-21’s this month as he pushes to get match fit after a disrupted summer. And his younger teammates are said to have been impressed with his application and attitude in training, with sources describing his intensity as “off the charts“.

A Meeting with Amorim

Amorim has always valued players who demonstrate high levels of commitment to the team and professionalism, particularly in training – just ask Rashford and Garnacho.

It makes sense, therefore, that Malacia’s impressing showings in sessions with the U-21’s have led to the Portuguese coach opening the door for the 26-year-old to return to first-team training, United expert Andy Mitten reveals.

Mitten (The National) states Malacia will meet face-to-face with Amorim at Carrington with a “view to returning to the first team group.”

But Mitten also reveals the defender has been “training alone at Trafford FC in England’s eighth tier of football” with his last session with the amateur side coming last Friday. Malacia made a “financial donation” to the club to reciprocate, which was “appreciated” by Trafford FC officials.

United’s plan is to “bring Malacia back into training with the first team, adding strength to Amorim’s squad,” Mitten concludes.

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Official: Three United stars up for club award despite another disappointing month at Old Trafford

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September 30, 2025

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Official: Three United stars up for club award despite another disappointing month at Old Trafford

It’s been a difficult start to the season for Manchester United with Ruben Amorim’s side still failing to adapt to his methods and languishing in the bottom half of the Premier League table after six games.

Additionally, the shock League Cup defeat to Grimsby Town left United with just three fixtures to play in the month of September which yielded just three points from the three league games.

The hard fought win against Chelsea at Old Trafford was sandwiched in between drab defeats to Manchester City and Brentford with the pressure now mounting on the shoulders of Amorim.

Therefore, picking a Player of the Month will be a challenge for the fans after the club announced the three players shortlisted for the award earlier today.

Bruno Fernandes

Despite not enjoying his best form this season, Fernandes is almost a guarantee for nomination month-on-month with the captain typically behind the fleeting good moments United are enjoying these days.

His performance in the solitary win against Chelsea is the sole reason for his inclusion this time around after grabbing the opening goal and looking like somewhere close to his best.

Sliding in from close range gave United a deserved lead in the first half of the fixture and fittingly marked his 200th Premier League appearance with his 100th goal for the club.

However, poor showings in the Derby and recently at Brentford have underlined his struggles in the deeper role this year but he does continue to look the most likely to make something happen for the underperforming Reds.

Patrick Dorgu

The Danish wing-back was another who enjoyed his best game of the month against Enzo Maresca’s side, grabbing his first assist in the league for the club by setting up Bruno’s aforementioned opener with a clever header across goal.

Additionally, Dorgu played his part in Casemiro’s eventual match winning header by keeping the ball alive in the Chelsea box which culminated in the goal that secured the much needed three points.

Benjamin Sesko also has Dorgu to thank for the part he played in him opening his account for United with his goal against Brentford owing much to the Dane’s good work down the left hand side.

Dorgu was also pretty much ever present for United in September, only making way for Joshua Zirkzee in the dying embers at the weekend as United pushed for an equalizer.

Benjamin Sesko

Sesko hasn’t been short of his critics since his debut on the opening day but has shown signs of life in recent weeks, eventually smashing home his first goal on his sixth appearance for the club.

After a shocking start against Brentford, Sesko breathed life into the game as he lashed home from close range at the third time of asking, to half the arrears and give United a foothold they ultimately couldn’t build on in the second half.

His involvement in the game changing moment of Robert Sanchez’s early red card in the Chelsea win was a stark reminder of his ability in the air and left United fans wondering why we do not use this obvious weapon more often.

Furthermore, some neat touches in build up play across the three games show that his confidence is slowly growing as he adapts to life and Old Trafford and probably nudges him as slight favourite to follow in the footsteps of Bryan Mbeumo, who won the award last month.

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Damning stat proves United flop is worst in the league in his position, Amorim must replace him immediately

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September 30, 2025

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Damning stat proves United flop is worst in the league in his position, Amorim must replace him immediately

Manchester United have made a shocking start to the season, with three defeats from their first six Premier League games.

There have been few bright sparks, with the campaign currently a comedy of errors from players and manager alike.

One of the worst offenders has been goalkeeper Altay Bayindir, who has started every league match and conceded 11 goals.

Trouble between the sticks

Andre Onana, drafted in by Erik ten Hag to replace a declining David de Gea, failed to find any form at Old Trafford.

He moved to Trabzonspor on loan at the start of the season, and his time at United will be remembered more for his blunders than his much-trumpeted ability on the ball.

Bayindir, who had hitherto struggled for gametime, was thrust into the starting lineup and has largely frozen like a rabbit in the headlights.

The Turkish shotstopper made some impressive saves against Brentford, but supporters are growing impatient to see deadline day arrival Senne Lammens handed his first United game.

Damning statistic

Bayindir has had a rotating cast of defenders in front of him and Ruben Amorim’s system has gaping defensive flaws, but he is yet to manage a clean sheet this season.

What’s more, Statman Dave has now taken a closer look at the 27-year-old’s underlying data, and it does not make for pretty reading.

The football analyst noted that Bayindir’s save percentage of 54% in the Premier League is “the worst rate of any goalkeeper to have played in every game so far”.

Altay Bayındır’s 54% save percentage in the Premier League this season is the worst rate of any goalkeeper to have played in every game so far.

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— Statman Dave (@StatmanDave) September 29, 2025

“Surely a change is coming?!,” he added, echoing United fans everywhere. Lammens is reportedly performing well in training so is bound to get the nod for the first team at some point.

With pressure at an all-time high, and a trip to Liverpool following this weekend’s clash with Sunderland, Amorim may still be looking to protect the 23-year-old Belgian.

But Bayindir is clearly not up to the task of being United’s number 1, so it’s a case of when, not if, Lammens is eventually given a go.

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