Manchester United Eye Zidane as Backup if Amorim Fails to Win Europa League
By elvisoscaryoung090@gmail.com | May 13, 2025
In a high-stakes development at Old Trafford, Manchester United’s leadership has reportedly made it clear to current manager Rúben Amorim: winning the UEFA Europa League is essential to keeping his job. With the club experiencing one of its most disappointing Premier League seasons, talks are already underway with Zinedine Zidane as a potential successor.
A senior source from the club commented, “If Amorim doesn’t deliver the Europa League title, he’s out. We respect him, but results are what matter. We’ve already started discussions with a proven manager—someone who has won the Champions League—and reached a preliminary agreement. This decision is about what’s best for Manchester United.”
Since replacing Erik ten Hag in November 2024, Amorim has failed to lift the team’s performance. United currently sit 16th in the Premier League after a recent 2-0 loss to West Ham—their ninth home defeat this season. With only two league matches left, Amorim’s position is on shaky ground, and rumors about his successor are gaining momentum.
Despite their league struggles, United have reached the Europa League final following a commanding 7-1 aggregate win over Athletic Bilbao. Securing the title would not only redeem Amorim but also guarantee a Champions League berth for next season—an opportunity likely missed through league standings.
Zidane, a three-time Champions League winner with Real Madrid, has long been admired by United. However, he’s been hesitant about managing in England and is reportedly eyeing the France national team job after the 2026 World Cup.
Other names linked to the job include Massimiliano Allegri—currently the bookmakers’ favorite at 4/1—and Brentford’s Thomas Frank, respected for his tactical skills and player development.
The outcome of the Europa League final will heavily influence the club’s managerial decision. Fans are divided—some calling for Amorim’s exit regardless of the result, others holding onto hope. The club’s board is expected to make a definitive announcement after the final, aiming to return Manchester United to the top tier of European football.
