Liverpool reportedly decided against appointing Ruben Amorim as Jürgen Klopp’s successor after assessing the significant cost required to rebuild the squad to fit his playing style.
In January 2024, Klopp shocked the football world by announcing his departure from Anfield at the end of the 2023/24 season, citing exhaustion and an inability to continue the job at the same intensity. This gave Liverpool around four months to find a replacement, with Dutchman Arne Slot ultimately being chosen over candidates like Amorim and Xabi Alonso.
While Alonso committed his future to Bayer Leverkusen, Amorim was also overlooked. According to The Times, Amorim ranked highly in Liverpool’s metrics for keeping players fit, but the club opted against hiring him after estimating it would take approximately £400 million to sign the players needed for his system.
After missing out on the Liverpool job, Amorim eventually joined the Premier League as Manchester United’s new manager, replacing Erik ten Hag. However, his tenure has been challenging, with United struggling and currently sitting 14th in the league table.
Ahead of United’s Europa League match against AZ Alkmaar, Amorim addressed questions about his system, emphasizing that the issue lies in execution rather than formation. He expressed confidence in his approach, stating that while the club’s cup eliminations could impact future decisions, United remains focused on securing top talent.