Ruben Amorim, Manchester United and Bournemouth
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Manchester United boss Ruben Amorim conceded that repeated lapses in concentration are undermining his team's progress after Monday's chaotic 4-4 draw with Bournemouth at Old Trafford.
Mainoo is not the only player struggling for minutes under Amorim—Joshua Zirkzee and Manuel Ugarte both have similar minutes tallies this season—but the narrative surrounding him is unique.
Ruben Amorim appeared to question the quality of the Manchester United academy when answering questions on Kobbie Mainoo. talkSPORT understands Mainoo wants to leave United in January having
First Ruben Amorim came for Marcus Rashford but Manchester United fans did not speak out because they had also questioned his commitment and performances. Then he came for Alejandro Garnacho and still they did not speak out as the winger's attitude had become unbearable.
During his 13 months at the helm, Amorim has faced no shortage of criticism. His controversial 3-4-2-1 setup has divided opinion, while the latest subject of controversy stems from his limited use of midfielder Kobbie Mainoo, the last remaining academy graduate in his squad.
Manchester United were held to a 4-4 draw by Bournemouth in what was a high-adrenaline match at Old Trafford on Monday night.While Man United’s defence left a lot to be desired, their attacking
Question marks over Ruben Amorim's commitment to Manchester United's academy will only have heightened following the head coach's rather strange comments before Monday's Premier League game with Bournemouth at Old Trafford.