Manchester United's turbulent summer has taken another dramatic turn as the club's so-called 'bomb squad' of outcast players continues to dwindle, with Ruben Amorim becoming the latest high-profile departure.
The Portuguese coach, once linked with the United job, has instead opted for a surprising move to the United States, leaving Old Trafford officials scrambling to balance the books after another disappointing financial quarter.
Amorim's American Dream
Sporting Lisbon's former manager Ruben Amorim, who was reportedly on Manchester United's radar earlier this year, has completed a shock move to Major League Soccer. The 39-year-old tactician's decision to cross the Atlantic comes as a blow to United's long-term planning, with the club now forced to reconsider their managerial succession plans.
The Financial Fallout
United's latest financial reports make for grim reading, with the club hemorrhaging money despite their summer clear-out. The so-called 'bomb squad' strategy - forcing unwanted players to train separately from the first team - has yielded mixed results, with several high-earners still on the books.
Erik ten Hag's squad overhaul has seen:
- Multiple first-team players exiled from training
- Several failed transfer attempts
- Growing discontent among fringe players
- Mounting pressure on the club's hierarchy
What Next for United?
With the transfer window closed and financial pressures mounting, United face a critical period in their season. The club's American owners are reportedly growing increasingly concerned about both on-pitch performances and the balance sheet, leaving Ten Hag walking a tightrope as he attempts to turn around United's fortunes.
The coming months could prove decisive for both the Dutch manager's future and the club's financial stability, with crucial Champions League matches offering potential salvation - or further misery.
