Ten days from the Europa League final against Tottenham, Rúben Amorim surprised by saying that qualifying for the Champions League would not facilitate his work … quite the contrary. For the former Sporting Portugal coach, engaged in a difficult season, the overloaded calendar of a very high level European campaign could slow down the progress of a group still under construction. “” We need more time with the team. There is a lot to organize in Carrington, and for that, it takes time, without being constantly taken by the games “He said. According to him, United still needs work in the field more than European projectors.
But Amorim does not minimize the importance of the May 21 final. He knows that the patience of supporters will be limited if United fails in Bilbao: ” It would be really bad if we don't win. You will have to be perfect for everything to continue. I know it. Asked about his future, he swept away any idea of resignation, despite more ambiguous remarks made after the defeat against West Ham. He remains determined to continue his mission, convinced that he can straighten the club. As a strong symbol, the Portuguese even paid the costs so that the families of his staff can go to the final, to a club marked by massive budgetary reductions.
