‘I’m here to be manager, not coach’ – but will Amorim survive at Man Utd?

Manchester United boss Ruben Amorim hit back at questions about his backing after Sunday’s 1–1 draw at Leeds, insisting he came to be the club’s manager, not just its head coach. Speaking in a heated press conference, the Portuguese coach said he will not quit and will keep working until the board decides to replace him, pointing to an 18-month contract. Amorim also told the scouting department and sporting director to “do their job” as debate grows over January transfer plans and how much authority he has over the squad. He added that the club must be able to handle public criticism, especially from high-profile pundits, and suggested he may need to adapt to the reality of the resources available.