Rio Ferdinand Warns Ruben Amorim Risks Man Utd Job Despite Winning Streak

Former Manchester United defender Rio Ferdinand has warned that manager Ruben Amorim is "playing Russian roulette with his job" due to his tactical inflexibility, particularly his adherence to a demanding 3-4-3 system that requires intense pressing. Despite criticism, Amorim has refused to alter his approach, which Ferdinand acknowledges as admirable but risky given the squad's limitations compared to elite teams like PSG. Manchester United's season started poorly with only two wins from six games, but recent consecutive victories against Sunderland, Liverpool, and Brighton have lifted the team to sixth place in the Premier League, easing pressure on Amorim. Ferdinand speculates that while the current run of form may secure Champions League qualification, Amorim would claim that changing his style would have cost him his job as it conflicts with his principles. The manager's steadfastness has sparked debate among fans and pundits about whether his philosophy is sustainable or a gamble that could backfire. Other former players like Gary Neville have expressed concern about player belief in Amorim's system but have also acknowledged the recent positive results.