Ruben Amorim expresses concern over Matthijs de Ligt injury after United's defeat

Manchester United continued their poor Premier League run, losing 4-3 to Brentford, which leaves them in 15th place and extends their winless streak to six league games. Manager Ruben Amorim made several changes to the starting lineup to prioritize the upcoming Europa League semifinal, but an injury to Matthijs de Ligt forced an early substitution. Amorim expressed deep concern about De Ligt's injury, unsure if it will be minor or could sideline the defender into next season, compounding United's ongoing defensive injury woes. Despite United's late goals and periods of control, Amorim admitted the team struggled with set pieces due to a lack of height and is not yet ready to compete on multiple fronts. He insisted the team is improving but acknowledged that results have not reflected their progress. United's only realistic chance of Champions League qualification now hinges on winning the Europa League.