Ruben Amorim made a critical statement following Manchester United’s victory, which highlights important concerns about his current squad.

Ruben Amorim offered a revealing perspective on the fitness levels of his Manchester United squad following their hard-fought 3-2 win over Bodo/Glimt in the Europa League on Thursday. Since his arrival, Amorim has been outspoken about the need for his players to improve their overall fitness.

In a recent interview with Sky Sports, Amorim emphasized the importance of better athleticism, stating: “The first thing I think we have to be is better athletes.” He explained that fitness is not just about appearance, but about understanding data to execute strategies like pressing high. “To press high you have to be very fit and cope with its demands,” he added.

During Thursday’s match, United had to come from behind to secure the victory. Amorim made all five substitutions by the 60th minute, with players like Tyrell Malacia, Mason Mount, Antony, Lisandro Martinez, and Matthijs de Ligt being swapped out. After the match, he admitted that goalscorer Rasmus Hojlund was “dead” on his feet after playing the full 90 minutes.

Speaking to TNT Sports, Amorim said, “We made four substitutions because of the fitness of the players, not because of what was best for the game. We need the squad all together and fit.”

Fans on social media reacted to Amorim’s comments, with some expressing frustration about the players’ fitness levels, while others appreciated his honesty and the hard work he’s putting into improving the squad.