“It has happened twice now and it can’t happen”

Manchester United suffered a disappointing 3-1 defeat at the hands of Brentford, with Gary Neville pointing out a critical mistake made by coach Ruben Amorim. Neville, a club legend and pundit, criticized Amorim’s tactical decision to deploy Mason Mount as a left wing-back, labeling it as ‘pretty stupid’ during a discussion on NBC Sports.

Neville expressed his concern about the club’s current situation, highlighting the inconsistency in performances and results under Amorim’s management. He emphasized the importance of sticking to a coherent system and criticized the coach for constantly changing the defensive setup, leading to confusion on the field.

The former Manchester United defender also raised doubts about Amorim’s future at the club, suggesting that the hierarchy may be considering a managerial change in light of the team’s poor form. Mount, who started on the bench and was brought on as a substitute, was deployed in an unfamiliar position due to Amorim’s tactical adjustments.

Amorim has been under increasing pressure as Manchester United continue to struggle in the Premier League, sitting in the bottom half of the table. Reports have emerged linking former Barcelona manager Xavi with the managerial position at Old Trafford, with the Spaniard reportedly open to the challenge despite the club’s current state.

Xavi, who has been out of work for over a year, is said to be unfazed by the lack of European football and the current squad situation at Manchester United. With Amorim facing scrutiny over his performance and results, Xavi’s interest in the job adds another dimension to the ongoing speculation surrounding the club’s managerial position.

As the pressure mounts on Amorim, the possibility of a managerial change looms large at Manchester United. The club’s struggles on the field have raised questions about the direction of the team under the current management, with fans and pundits alike calling for a turnaround in fortunes. Only time will tell if a new face will be at the helm of the Red Devils in the near future.