During a recent training session at Manchester United, tensions flared as striker Rasmus Hojlund openly criticized manager Ruben Amorim’s behavior. Hojlund expressed his displeasure over remarks made by Amorim in front of the entire team, describing them as unprofessional and unacceptable. The Danish forward emphasized that, despite his respect for Amorim’s authority, there are limits to the kind of insults he is willing to tolerate, stating, “In as much as I respect Ruben Amorim, there are limits to insult that I can take. What he said to me in front of everybody in training yesterday is unprofessional, and I won’t take that from him even as my coach.”
This incident has further exposed the growing unrest at Manchester United since Ruben Amorim took charge in November. The Portuguese manager has struggled to steer the team back on track, with United currently sitting in a disappointing 14th place in the Premier League. His tenure so far has been marked by inconsistent performances and signs of discord within the squad. The team’s struggles on the pitch have been matched by a series of unsettling incidents off it, suggesting that all is not well behind the scenes.
One such incident occurred during an open training session where Amorim was seen standing alone on a separate pitch, away from his coaching staff and players. This unusual scene quickly drew the attention of fans, who began to speculate about the manager’s state of mind and the overall atmosphere within the club. The image of a solitary Amorim seemed to symbolize the isolation and mounting pressure he is facing as United’s form continues to falter.
Hojlund’s frustration, however, appears to be part of a broader issue within the squad. In a recent Europa League match against Real Sociedad, the striker’s emotions spilled over when he was seen angrily confronting teammate Diogo Dalot for failing to pass the ball. Hojlund’s visible fury on the pitch underscored the growing impatience and lack of cohesion among the players. The tensions did not stop there. Following a victory over Viktoria Plzen, Hojlund was involved in yet another heated exchange, this time with teammate Amad Diallo. Reports suggest that the altercation stemmed from disagreements over passing decisions during the game.
These incidents highlight the challenges Amorim faces in managing both the performance and the morale of a divided squad. The combination of poor results and increasing conflicts among players suggests that the Portuguese manager’s efforts to unite the team and implement his vision are falling short. As the pressure mounts, it remains to be seen whether Amorim can restore harmony in the dressing room and revive Manchester United’s season. For now, the signs point to a team that is struggling not only with tactics and results but also with internal strife and a lack of unity.
