He has let me down countless time and I don’t have him in my plan anymore”: Manchester United’s coach Ruben Amorim removes another unserious Man United’s player from the club’s squad indefinitely. RUBEN AMORIM IS TIRED OF THIS GUY.
“I’m Done With Him”: Ruben Amorim Drops Underperforming Man United Forward from Squad
Manchester United’s Europa League clash against Olympique Lyon ended in a dramatic 2-2 draw, but the result has done little to mask deeper issues within the squad. Joshua Zirkzee gave United a late lead with an 88th-minute goal, but a series of costly errors from goalkeeper André Onana gifted Lyon a way back into the match.
Onana, who had already come under fire from former United player Nemanja Matic prior to the game, lived up to the criticism with another shaky performance—one that once again questioned his future at the club.
While Onana’s mistakes dominated headlines, another troubling storyline emerged: Rasmus Højlund’s poor form. The 22-year-old striker was virtually invisible throughout the game, managing only two successful passes before being replaced by Zirkzee, who made an immediate impact by scoring.
Højlund has struggled under manager Ruben Amorim, scoring just two Premier League goals since the Portuguese coach took over. Amorim has reportedly run out of patience with the Danish forward and no longer includes him in his plans for the future.
Transfer Talks and Possible Exit
With United eager to revamp their squad this summer, Højlund is now being linked with a move away from Old Trafford. Napoli have expressed interest and are reportedly considering a swap deal involving Victor Osimhen. Juventus have also entered the race, although their preference for a loan deal clashes with United’s goal of generating immediate funds—especially under INEOS’ new financial strategy.
Reports indicate that Manchester United are hoping to recoup around €60 million for Højlund, although this figure might be overly ambitious given his current form and the £64 million they originally paid for him in 2023. His market value has dropped significantly, making it unlikely they’ll recover their full investment unless a buying club sees untapped potential worth gambling on.
Why There’s Still Interest in Højlund
Despite his underwhelming performance this season, Højlund remains attractive to clubs like Napoli and Juventus for several reasons:
He’s only 22, with time to develop.
He’s familiar with Serie A, having impressed at Atalanta.
His wages are relatively low, around €4.5 million annually.
There’s still belief in his long-term potential, especially in a different system.
That said, Manchester United’s asking price might need to come down if they hope to move him quickly this summer.
What’s Next?
Ruben Amorim’s decision to phase Højlund out signals that the club is in urgent need of a reliable striker. Whether through a cash sale or a bold swap for someone like Osimhen, United appear ready to move on.
So, should United cut their losses and use Højlund in a trade deal, or is it worth giving him another s
hot next season with more support?
