“I spoke with him today. I feel he is the only coach that will replicate what I did here. He needs time and this is why. I faced the same problem when I came to these club years back”-Fans feels relieved after Sir Alex Ferguson states five reasons why Rúben Amorim needs to at the club after losing to Brighton.

Ruben Amorim could draw inspiration from the legendary Sir Alex Ferguson’s tenure at Manchester United as he navigates the challenges of his new role at Old Trafford. The 39-year-old Portuguese manager has stepped into the spotlight as the latest head coach of United in the post-Ferguson era.

Erik ten Hag was dismissed as United manager last October, with Ruud van Nistelrooy taking on interim duties before Amorim’s appointment in November. Amorim became the sixth permanent manager since Ferguson’s retirement, signing a contract with the club until June 2027.

United activated a £9.25m release clause in Amorim’s Sporting CP contract in 2024, placing the Portuguese manager in charge of a team struggling to reclaim its former dominance in English football.

The Red Devils have found it difficult to replicate the success they enjoyed under Ferguson, who retired in 2013. United’s last Premier League title came in the 2012-13 season, and they currently seem far from mounting a serious challenge for the trophy.

Ferguson’s Early Struggles at Manchester United

Despite his legendary status, Sir Alex Ferguson had a rocky start at Old Trafford after leaving Aberdeen to replace Ron Atkinson in 1986. Ferguson’s future at the club was precarious until a pivotal FA Cup match in 1990, where Mark Robins’ winning goal against Nottingham Forest is believed to have saved his job. United went on to win the FA Cup that year, setting the stage for Ferguson’s historic reign.

Gary Pallister, a key figure during Ferguson’s tenure, recalled the immense pressure Ferguson faced early on. “I remember that sign at Old Trafford, saying ‘[three] years of excuses and still c**p,’” Pallister told Tribal Football. “He must have felt the pressure, but he never showed it to the players.”

Amorim Could Embrace Ferguson’s Mentality

Pallister highlighted Ferguson’s “us-against-the-world” mentality, suggesting that Amorim could benefit from adopting a similar approach. “He had that bunker mentality of, ‘everybody hates us, but we don’t care,’” Pallister explained. “He would absorb the pressure himself, shielding the players, which was invaluable.”

Amorim, now facing his own challenges at Old Trafford, could learn from Ferguson’s resilience and ability to foster a strong team spirit. As United continues to rebuild, Amorim’s success may hinge on his capacity to instill a similar mentality and guide the club back to its former glory.