Harry Maguire Expresses Confidence in Ruben Amorim's Managerial Future
Manchester United defender Harry Maguire has publicly backed former manager Ruben Amorim, predicting an "amazing career" ahead for the Portuguese coach following his departure from Old Trafford. Amorim was dismissed by United in January 2026 after a challenging tenure, recording 24 wins in 63 matches during his time in charge.
Amorim's Struggles and Maguire's Support
During his stint at Manchester United, the 41-year-old Amorim faced consistent criticism over his tactical decisions, including his controversial formation choices and his handling of key players like Bruno Fernandes and Kobbie Mainoo. Despite these struggles, Maguire has come forward with strong words of encouragement, highlighting Amorim's "great ideas" and expressing belief in his future success.
"I think Ruben was really good with me. I pretty much played every game under Ruben when I was fit," Maguire stated in an interview with The Mirror. "I don't really have much bad to say about Ruben. I really like Ruben, I think he's got great ideas. The ideas just didn't work at Manchester United."
Maguire emphasized that the players also share responsibility for the team's performance under Amorim, acknowledging that things "just didn't click or work." However, he credited Amorim for building a solid squad and leading the club in a positive direction, deserving recognition for his efforts.
Prediction for Amorim's Next Move
Looking ahead, Maguire is optimistic about Amorim's prospects. "I do believe he'll go on and have an amazing career, and his next club he'll probably go and win many, many football matches," he predicted. The defender also mentioned that he spoke with Amorim after his exit, noting that the manager wished the team well and remains young and promising in his coaching career.
Manchester United's Current Situation and Carrick's Impact
Since Amorim's departure, Manchester United have seen a significant improvement in form under interim manager Michael Carrick. The team is now in a strong position to secure a Champions League spot for the next season, thanks to an impressive run of results.
Maguire has openly endorsed Carrick for the permanent managerial role, praising his tactical acumen and leadership. "Listen, Carrick coming in, he's been amazing. He speaks really, really well. He's tactically very, very good," Maguire said. He also highlighted the positive influence of Carrick's coaching staff, including Steve Holland, Jonathan Woodgate, and Jonny Evans, who have contributed to the team's defensive improvements.
"It's not up to us. I think there's seven games left. We've put ourselves in a great position. I think we've got to finish the season strong, and I think he should go right into the mix of the other candidates and let the process begin," Maguire added, emphasizing the importance of a thorough selection process for the club's future.
Looking Forward to a Crucial Summer
Maguire acknowledged that Manchester United face a pivotal summer ahead, with significant recruitment needed in both the squad and management departments. "We need bodies in, bodies to help the squad. We know that. We need improvement in the squad. We need more bodies. It's going to be a big recruitment in the management department, and I'm sure that the hierarchy will get it right," he concluded, expressing confidence in the club's decision-makers to navigate the upcoming challenges successfully.
