As Manchester United prepares for a crucial encounter against Premier League leaders Liverpool on Sunday, head coach Ruben Amorim has voiced his concerns about the team’s leadership struggles. He pointed out that the club is “starving for leaders” at a time when they need strong guidance both on and off the pitch.
United has been going through a challenging period, having suffered four consecutive losses and slipping to 14th place in the Premier League standings. This includes a disappointing 2-0 defeat to Newcastle. Despite these setbacks, there is a silver lining, with former captain Harry Maguire’s contract being extended until 2026. Amorim stressed the importance of Maguire stepping up both as a player and as a leader, especially after losing the captaincy and his starting spot.
Amorim explained, “I spoke with Maguire this morning and told him he needs to improve on the pitch. We really need him at this moment. He also needs to be more of a leader. We know the situation he’s in, but we need him, and we’re happy to extend his contract.”
The Red Devils will also welcome back Bruno Fernandes for the match at Anfield after serving a suspension. However, they will be without Marcus Rashford, who has been ruled out due to illness. Rashford, who had just returned to the squad after a five-game absence, was not used in the Newcastle match.
Despite the tough challenges, Amorim remains optimistic. “In football, anything can happen in one game,” he said. “We know Liverpool is better than us right now, but we can still win. We just need to focus on improving the basics and preparing well during training.”
Amid the uncertainty, one of the few bright spots has been Amad Diallo, whose performances have given United fans something to cheer about. Amorim also hinted that the Ivorian forward is nearing a long-term contract with the club.
With Liverpool sitting comfortably atop the table and United struggling to regain their footing, Sunday’s showdown will be a true test of the Red Devils’ resilience and determination to rise above their challenges.
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