Amorim's Training Transformation at Manchester United
Manchester United's head coach Ruben Amorim has implemented a significant shift in the club's training methodology since his appointment in November last year. The Portuguese manager, who took over from Erik ten Hag, has deliberately reduced the intensity of sessions as matchday approaches according to reports from The Sun.
This strategic adjustment appears to address concerns from players who struggled with the demanding training regime under Ten Hag's leadership. The change represents one of Amorim's most notable interventions during his first year at Old Trafford.
Impact on Performance and Injuries
The modified training approach coincides with a relatively clean bill of health for United's squad this season. Lisandro Martinez remains the only long-term absentee, having sustained a knee injury back in February. This represents a marked improvement from previous campaigns where the treatment room was frequently crowded.
Amorim's debut season saw United reach the Europa League final, though they currently sit seventh in the Premier League table during the November international break. Their most recent outing resulted in a 2-2 draw with Tottenham Hotspur, a match that saw late substitutions and subsequent concessions.
This season presents a different challenge for United, who are competing without European football after their early Carabao Cup exit to Grimsby Town. The simplified schedule has allowed for focused Premier League preparation, though this will change dramatically in December.
Navigating the Festive Fixture Crunch
United face a demanding period when domestic football resumes on November 24th with Everton's visit to Old Trafford. The schedule intensifies immediately after with three matches in just over a week, including away trips to Crystal Palace and Wolves sandwiched around a home clash against West Ham in early December.
Amorim's training modifications will face their sternest test during this congested period. The manager has acknowledged there's significant room for improvement despite some promising signs.
After the Tottenham draw, Amorim reflected: "We have a lot of problems. We are just in the beginning. I know that sometimes the results show to people that we are improving, but we have a lot to do."
He specifically highlighted game management concerns, noting: "To play with 10 men, but then to overcome everything and to manage to score, is a good thing, but if you look at the rest of the game, we were comfortable. I think we should do better, be more aggressive."
The coming weeks will prove crucial for United's ambitions of Champions League qualification. Amorim's training revolution faces its most demanding examination yet as United navigate their busiest period of the season.
