Man United face tough decisions this summer despite Ruben Amorim's backing

Manchester United have decided to back manager Ruben Amorim despite his underwhelming start since taking over last November.

United have secured just six Premier League wins under Amorim and are set to finish just outside the relegation places.

They reached the Europa League final unbeaten but fell short against Tottenham Hotspur, missing out on Champions League qualification.

The Red Devils would have earned in ‘the excess of £100 million’ from participating in the competition’s league phase. Reaching the semi-final or final could have brought in between £160m and £180m.

They are not in dire financial straits, thanks to the sale of homegrown talents last summer and Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s cost-cutting measures.

However, they still lack the financial wherewithal to fund a major squad overhaul.

This is underscored by the fact that Amorim will have ‘a little less than £100m’ to spend on new signings, which will be insufficient to fund a squad overhaul.

While they can sign primary targets Matheus Cunha and Liam Delap without offloading players, further acquisitions will require sales.

United have prioritised moving on forwards Jadon Sancho, Marcus Rashford, and Anthony. However, they may need to cash in on more valuable assets to fund their rebuild.

The club may now be forced to consider offers for star midfielder Bruno Fernandes and academy stars Kobbie Mainoo and Alejandro Garnacho.

Fernandes has already suggested he could leave if the club decide ‘it is time’ for him to do so, amid growing interest from the Saudi Pro League (SPL).

Garnacho has hinted that he is open to leaving after being disappointed by his omission from the starting line-up against Spurs on Wednesday.

Without participation in Europe’s premier club competition, United’s appeal to top transfer targets is limited.

They may only be able to compete in the market by offering high wages and bonuses. This would only be possible by selling some of their most valuable players.

Article written by Henry Thornton .