**DALOT HITS BACK – UNITED DEFENDER OPENS UP ON AMORIM’S STINGING COMMENTS AFTER SHOCK SUBSTITUTION**
Breaking developments out of Old Trafford have added even more fuel to the fire surrounding Manchester United’s current turmoil. Diogo Dalot, one of the few players who has remained loyal through the club’s rollercoaster years, has now publicly revealed his frustration following a controversial incident with new manager Rúben Amorim.
The drama unfolded during United’s painful 1-0 defeat at home to Arsenal — a result that not only dented their campaign but also exposed the fragile relationship between the squad and their demanding new coach. Dalot, who endured a shaky night at right-back, was hooked in the second half and replaced amid boos from the crowd. But it wasn’t just the substitution itself that stung — it was what happened on the touchline.
Speaking after the game, Dalot admitted that Amorim’s words cut deeply. “This isn’t the first time something like this has happened, but what he said to me today on the touchline really hurt,” the Portuguese international confessed. “I’ve tolerated enough. There needs to be respect, because not all players respond well to being spoken to like that.”
Though Dalot stopped short of repeating Amorim’s remarks verbatim, insiders close to the team claim the manager accused him of lacking focus, fitness, and discipline. Amorim is said to have bluntly told Dalot that his spot in the squad would be in jeopardy if he failed to raise his performance levels. Eyewitnesses near the dugout noticed the defender shaking his head as he walked past, clearly rattled and humiliated.
The fallout has been immediate. Fans are divided, with some praising Amorim’s ruthless standards and insisting underperformers must be held accountable. Others, however, believe the coach overstepped, arguing that public criticism in front of a packed stadium undermines morale — especially for a player like Dalot, who has consistently shown commitment during the club’s turbulent years.
Social media only intensified the storm. A section of supporters accused Amorim of already “losing the dressing room,” while critics of Dalot argued he should take responsibility instead of airing grievances publicly.
This is far from the first time Amorim has butted heads with his squad. Reports suggest he has already clashed with senior figures since arriving, determined to enforce higher standards of discipline and intensity. The Dalot confrontation is simply the most visible flashpoint yet, highlighting the strained atmosphere simmering beneath the surface.
For Dalot, the episode could be a turning point. With his manager unconvinced, he now faces the biggest battle of his career at Old Trafford: either fight to earn Amorim’s trust back or consider a move away from the club.
For United, the bigger question looms: is Amorim’s hardline, tough-love approach what the team desperately needs, or is it already sowing seeds of division that could derail the season?
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