Manchester United co-owner Jim Ratcliffe has admitted that several of the club’s players are “not good enough” and “overpaid”. Despite this, Ratcliffe praised manager Ruben Amorim for doing a “super job” at Old Trafford.
Currently sitting in 14th place in the Premier League, 15 points behind fourth-place Chelsea, Manchester United has had a disappointing season. Amorim took over from Erik ten Hag in November and has faced a challenging task in turning the team’s fortunes around.
To secure Champions League football next season, Manchester United will need to win the Europa League. They have the second leg of their last-16 tie against Real Sociedad coming up on Thursday.
In recent seasons, the club has made big-money signings, including Antony and Jadon Sancho, who are currently out on loan after failing to impress at Old Trafford. Casemiro, Rasmus Hojlund, and Andre Onana were also brought in for significant fees. All five players have faced criticism during their time with the Red Devils.
Ratcliffe addressed these signings in an interview with BBC Sport, stating that they inherited these players and need time to reshape the squad. He acknowledged that some players may not be good enough and others may be overpaid. However, he emphasized that it will take time for the club to move forward and create a squad they are fully responsible for.
Despite Manchester United’s struggles under Amorim, Ratcliffe expressed his support for the manager. He praised Amorim as an outstanding young manager and believes he will be at the club for a long time. Ratcliffe also highlighted the limited options available to Amorim due to injuries and said he is doing a “super job”.
Ratcliffe described Amorim as an emotional character who demands a dressing room full of players committed to winning matches. He made it clear that those who do not share this attitude will not be tolerated.
In conclusion, Manchester United co-owner Jim Ratcliffe has acknowledged the club’s shortcomings and praised manager Ruben Amorim for his efforts. The club is in a period of transformation and it will take time to build a squad that meets their expectations. Despite the challenges, Ratcliffe remains confident in Amorim’s abilities and his commitment to success.
