Man United need to give Ruben Amorim time says ex-Red Devil

Ruben Amorim gestures during Manchester United’s game vs Burnley (Photo by Matt McNulty/Getty Images)

Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim is not going to change his methods or his style and should be given more time to show what he can do.

That’s the view of former Man Utd defender Phil Jones, who says he likes Amorim and appreciates his honest style of dealing with this team.

Jones, speaking to Ladbrokes at the launch of Ladisfaction, admitted that Amorim had got it right when he said things would get worse before they got better at Old Trafford.

The Portuguese tactician clearly has a long-term project in mind, and it might be that it’s worth the wait to get there, even if things are clearly not great right now.

Phil Jones defends Ruben Amorim as Manchester United manager

Jones has generally called for calm around Amorim’s future, with some whispers about the club possibly sacking him already this season.

Ruben Amorim after Man United’s defeat at home to Arsenal (Photo by Michael Regan/Getty Images)

It’s been a poor start for United, who have just one win in all competitions so far, and who have already been knocked out of the Carabao Cup by League Two side Grimsby.

Jones isn’t giving up on Amorim just yet, though.

“I’ll tell you where I’m at with Amorim… I like him. I like the transparency he has between the players and the fans – and I think that’s certainly been something we’ve missed over the last few years,” Jones said.

“I think certain previous managers have missed a trick, because if you’re transparent with this fanbase, they will back you all the way; they will sing your name and cheer for you. Look, he came in straight away and said things were going to get worse before they got better, and that’s been the case. I like his authenticity; he is who he is, and he’ll face criticism for it, but he’s not going to change for anyone. He owns it.