Sources: Manager who had eventful 2025 becomes frontrunner for Man United job

Rúben Amorim’s reign at Manchester United has entered turbulent territory as 2025 draws to a close, with optimism around his appointment rapidly giving way to uncertainty and frustration.

What was initially billed as a bold tactical reset has begun to unravel, and the warning signs were impossible to ignore following a disappointing 1-1 draw against bottom-of-the-table Wolverhampton Wanderers at Old Trafford.

That result has intensified scrutiny on Amorim’s methods, particularly his unwavering commitment to a 3-4-3 system.