live from Old Trafford, Pep Guardiola is baffled. He said, ‘Watching his performance on Sunday, I just can’t understand why they’re benching him. If United don’t want him, let him come to Man City, and we’ll show you the magic!’ Guardiola is openly questioning Man United’s decision to sideline a player who’s proven he’s one of their best – Not Harry Amas and Not Obi RUBEN AMORIM NEEDS TO START PLAYING HIM NOW IF NOT WE MIGHT LOSE HIM IN THE SUMMER TRANSFER
Live From Old Trafford: Pep Guardiola Sends a Bold Message to United – “If They Don’t Want Him, We’ll Take Him!”
The tension at Old Trafford on Sunday wasn’t just about the match—it was about what came after it. Pep Guardiola, never one to casually wade into Manchester United matters, delivered a fiery post-match statement that stunned fans and pundits alike.
The Manchester City boss, clearly impressed by a brief but impactful cameo from a United player, didn’t mince words:
“I honestly don’t get why he’s not starting. If United don’t want him, let him come to us. We’ll show you what real football looks like.”
Though Guardiola didn’t name the player outright, he clarified: “It’s not Harry Amass or Obi. You all know who I mean.” And indeed, fans do know. Social media has been ablaze for weeks, calling out the puzzling benching of one of United’s most promising young stars.
During Sunday’s match, this mystery player stepped onto the pitch in the second half and immediately brought life to a sluggish United side. With calm passes, creative movement, and a near goal that rattled the crossbar, his short time on the pitch made a major difference.
Despite this, new United manager Rúben Amorim continues to leave him out of the starting lineup. Many believed Amorim, famed for his development of young talent at Sporting CP, would be the perfect man to unleash United’s youthful energy. Yet, his conservative approach to this player has sparked confusion and criticism.
Guardiola’s public praise added fuel to that fire. “He plays with flair, intelligence, and rhythm. That’s the City way,” he said. “If United can’t see it, we’d be happy to bring him in.”
The football world erupted. United supporters took to social media in frustration, while City fans began imagining the youngster in a sky-blue jersey. Analysts like Ian Wright and Jamie Carragher didn’t hold back either. Wright remarked, “If Guardiola is making public appeals like that, something’s not right at United.”
Speculation points toward players like Hannibal Mejbri, Amad Diallo, or Shola Shoretire—young stars with massive potential but inconsistent game time. Given Sunday’s performance—highlighted by a rocket shot and excellent midfield control—Hannibal or Amad seem the likeliest candidates.
For Guardiola to essentially court a rival’s player is unprecedented. It sends a strong message not just to Amorim but to United’s leadership: Play your talent, or risk losing it to your biggest rivals.
If Manchester United aren’t careful, they may soon see one of their own lighting up the Etihad.
So, who do you think Pep was referring to? And if you were Amorim, would y
ou start him next game?
