Paul Scholes Casts Doubt on Ruben Amorim’s Future After Grimsby Defeat

“Paul Scholes launches scathing attack on Ruben Amorim after shock defeat”

 

 

 

The tension surrounding Manchester United has taken yet another dramatic turn as club legend Paul Scholes delivered a scathing verdict on manager Ruben Amorim following United’s shock defeat to Grimsby Town.

 

Speaking in his trademark blunt manner, Scholes did not hold back, declaring:

 

> “His head is fried. When I said he wasn’t the man for the job, I was criticized by the fans. But you can see yourselves now that he is not experienced enough for the job. I don’t think he would last long at Old Trafford.”

 

 

 

The comments have ignited fresh debate across the football community, with supporters and pundits now locked in a heated discussion over Amorim’s ability to handle the pressure of leading one of the world’s most scrutinized clubs.

 

 

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A Shocking Defeat That Sparked the Storm

 

The defeat to Grimsby Town — a club far from the elite standards of United’s usual opposition — has magnified existing cracks in Amorim’s reign. Many expected United to dominate the tie, but instead the team looked uninspired, disorganized, and bereft of confidence.

 

For critics like Scholes, this performance was the ultimate confirmation that Amorim might not be cut out for the Premier League. For others, however, the calls for his dismissal are far too premature.

 

 

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Fans React: Divided but Emotional

 

Social media exploded in the aftermath of Scholes’ remarks. While some fans echoed the former midfielder’s concerns, others expressed frustration at the constant cycle of criticism coming from ex-players.

 

“If he’s that much of an expert, why didn’t Scholes become a manager?” one fan wrote.

 

“The problem is there are too many ex-players giving their opinions. Let Amorim breathe.” another added.

 

Others pleaded for patience: “Let’s give Ruben Amorim the chance to do his job. Managers need time, not instant judgment.”

 

 

The mixed reaction reflects a fanbase that is both desperate for stability and yet weary of repeated false dawns.

 

 

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The Wider Issue: Legends vs. Leadership

 

Paul Scholes is not the first ex-player to openly criticize Manchester United’s current leadership. Over the years, figures like Gary Neville, Roy Keane, and Rio Ferdinand have often delivered strong opinions about managerial appointments and player performances.

 

While many value their insight, there is growing frustration among fans who believe the constant barrage of negativity from legends only deepens the club’s problems instead of helping solve them.

 

 

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What Next for Amorim?

 

Ruben Amorim, once hailed as a bold and forward-thinking appointment, is already facing whispers about his future just months into his tenure. The pressure at Old Trafford is unlike anywhere else in football, and patience — historically — has been in short supply.

 

United’s board must now decide whether to stand firm and back Amorim, or bow to pressure from critics and risk plunging the club back into yet another cycle of managerial change.

 

For now, Amorim remains in charge, but as Scholes put it bluntly, “I don’t think he would last long at Old Trafford.”