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EPL: Amorim issues warning to five Man Utd players ahead of Ipswich game

Ruben Amorim

Ruben Amorim

By Seyi Babalola

New Manchester United head coach, Ruben Amorim has issued a warning to five players in his first interview after replacing Erik ten Hag.

Ahead of his first game at Ipswich on November 24, Amorim shared his thoughts with MUTV.

The 39-year-old elaborated on his football philosophy and identified his top priorities.

At one point, Amorim was asked directly about five United players – Kobbie Mainoo, Alejandro Garnacho, Amad Diallo, Rasmus Hojlund and Leny Yoro.

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The interviewer pointed out the “excitement” at Old Trafford over their collective potential.

Amorim responded by playing down talks of United being a long-term project and warned the five youngsters that their age cannot be used as an excuse for poor performances.

“I don’t want to say that we need time because we are a young team,’ Amorim said.

“They are prepared. They are prepared to cope with the demands of playing for Manchester United.”