Wayne Rooney doubts Ruben amorims man utd future: ‘the soul has gone’ from club
Wayne Rooney Doubts Rúben Amorim’s Manchester United Future: “The Soul Has Gone” From the Club
Wayne Rooney Doubts Rúben Amorim’s Manchester United Future: “The Soul Has Gone” From the Club
Wayne Rooney has never been one to hold back his feelings when it comes to Manchester United, and this week he delivered one of his most brutal assessments yet. Speaking on a BBC football podcast, the club’s all-time leading scorer openly questioned the direction of the team under manager Rúben Amorim, insisting that United have “lost their soul” and suggesting that some current players “don’t even deserve to wear the shirt.”
The comments arrive at a turbulent time for Amorim, whose United side have struggled to find consistency this season despite heavy backing in the transfer market. While the board is reportedly still standing firmly behind the Portuguese coach, Rooney’s words have struck a chord with many fans who share his deep concern over the identity and spirit of the team.
Rooney: “The Soul Has Gone”
Rooney, who spent 13 years at Old Trafford and won five Premier League titles under Sir Alex Ferguson, said he feels the essence of what once made United unique has been stripped away.
“When I look at this team, the soul has gone. The fight, the hunger, the pride—it’s missing. I see players out there who, quite honestly, don’t deserve to wear that shirt,” Rooney said in a stern critique.
The former captain went on to explain that United were once feared for their relentless intensity and refusal to give up in difficult matches. In his eyes, that trademark spirit has vanished.
“When I played for United, you knew you had to give everything—whether it was a derby, a Champions League night, or even a midweek game against a lower team. Now I watch them, and it’s like the fight isn’t there. And if you don’t have fight, you don’t have Manchester United.”
Amorim’s Position Under Scrutiny
Despite the poor run of results and Rooney’s stinging critique, United’s hierarchy is said to remain supportive of Amorim. Club insiders insist the board believes in his long-term project, arguing that he inherited a squad with deep-rooted issues and deserves more time to shape it in his image.
Amorim himself has stressed patience, urging fans to understand that building a competitive side takes time. But patience is wearing thin in some sections of the fanbase, particularly with legends like Rooney speaking out so candidly.
Fans Divided but Growing Restless
Supporters are split on Amorim’s tenure so far. Some agree with Rooney’s assessment, calling for drastic change at the managerial level and demanding a return to the ruthless standards that once defined the club. Others argue that Rooney’s words, while passionate, overlook the structural difficulties United face, from inconsistent recruitment to lingering financial pressures.
Nevertheless, the sentiment Rooney expressed—that United’s identity has been lost—has echoed loudly across social media. Many fans are frustrated not just with the results but with what they perceive as a lack of effort and connection to the badge.
Rooney’s Warning to the Board
While Rooney stopped short of explicitly calling for Amorim’s dismissal, his comments will be read as a direct warning to the board. By highlighting the loss of soul and questioning the commitment of players, he has essentially argued that United’s problems run far deeper than tactics or formations—they are cultural, and they demand urgent attention.
“The board can back the manager all they want,” Rooney said, “but unless the players understand what it means to represent Manchester United, nothing will change. And that’s the sad truth.”
Conclusion
Rúben Amorim may still have the confidence of the Manchester United board, but Wayne Rooney’s words have amplified the growing sense of unease surrounding the club. For many supporters, it is difficult to dismiss the perspective of a player who bled for the shirt and knows exactly what Old Trafford used to stand for.
Whether Amorim can restore that lost “soul” remains to be seen. What is certain, however, is that voices like Rooney’s will only intensify the scrutiny if United continue to underperform—making the coming weeks absolutely critical for both the manager and his players.
