INEOS identify potential replacements for Manchester United boss Ruben Amorim
The encounter between Manchester United and Grimsby Town will not be forgotten. United suffered a major setback in this Carabao Cup match played on 27 August 2025. League Two team Grimsby Town took a 2-0 lead in the first half with goals from Charles Vernam and Tyrell Warren.
After this, United tried to make a comeback in the second half and made the score 2-2 with goals from Bryan Mbeumo and Harry Maguire. The match went to penalties, and there, Grimsby goalkeeper Christy Pym made a decisive save. The long shootout ended at 12-11, and United’s journey ended there.
Increasing pressure on Ruben Amorim
This defeat further exposed the weaknesses of the team. The defeat was a difficult moment for manager Ruben Amorim, whose winning percentage, according to a BBC report, is the lowest since Sir Alex Ferguson. The club also had a poor start in the Premier League, and now questions have intensified about his position.
According to a report from CaughtOffside, INEOS Group has prepared a list of alternatives to Amorim. Oliver Glasner’s name is the most discussed in the boardroom, and it is believed that he will accept this opportunity immediately.
At the same time, Andoni Iraola’s name is also in the discussion. There has been a long-standing interest in Gareth Southgate, but the club management fears that United supporters will not be happy with this decision. According to insiders, Amorim’s resignation is a matter of time, and it is also being said that INEOS will not delay if the situation worsens.
The situation of the team is definitely worrying at the moment. As fans, we can feel that the time and patience with Ruben Amorim has slowly come to an end, and so it should be. However, the whole summer’s signings were made according to the plans of the Portuguese manager, and the transfer window is nearing a close. In that scenario, sacking Amorim won’t be so easy, but the board is ultimately going to do that, we believe. Oliver Glasner is a fantastic choice given that he has a huge experience at the European level, but that does not mean it will be straightforward for him to manage a club in a state like ours.
On the other hand, Gareth Southgate’s name is linked again and again, but the anger of the fans is understandable. Seeing his performance in the England national team, it is clear that the crowd at Old Trafford will not accept him with open arms. In such a situation, the fear is real that his appointment can further increase the distance between the club and the supporters.
INEOS’ promptness shows that they do not hesitate to make quick decisions. However, we believe that Amorim might be given a bit more time, as all the signings have been made as per his wish. However, even if he is replaced, it won’t be surprising given that there have been no drastic improvements in the performance, and in that case, Glasner might be the best pick.