After Manchester United’s disappointing 1-1 draw against West Ham, which left them with just one win in their last five matches, boos echoed around Old Trafford. Once again, a poor result has fans calling for Ruben Amorim’s dismissal, with many believing it’s only a matter of time before he is sacked. Despite a strong run in October that seemed to stabilize his position, the reality is that United is still not on solid footing. While improvements are noticeable, the progress has been too minimal compared to the significant financial investments made. This unpredictable performance is much like the fluctuations seen in a BD Cricket Live match, where the outcome often swings in unexpected directions.

For Amorim, the upcoming match against Wolves on Monday is crucial. It cannot be another dropped point, as the clash represents another test in the fight for a top-five finish. The results in the coming weeks will determine his future. December’s fixtures are favorable, with relatively weak opposition. If Amorim fails to deliver consistent good results, Sir Jim Ratcliffe and INEOS may have no choice but to make a decision. Amorim has been in charge for a year now, spending over £200 million on transfers, but with only 13 wins from 41 Premier League matches, some media outlets humorously suggest that even at Burnley, such a record would likely result in a manager’s departure.

Ratcliffe, the former UK’s richest man, has frequently used the term “best-in-class” in his interviews about United’s revival. He has insisted that only the best talent—whether board members, players, or managers—can help bring the club back to its former glory. However, the expected results have not materialized under Amorim’s guidance. Amorim was chosen by United’s CEO, Omar Berrada, and the club’s sporting director, Jason Wilcox, played a key role in his appointment and transfer dealings. If the club decides to sack Amorim, both Berrada and Wilcox would face significant scrutiny for their decisions, making them staunch supporters of Amorim’s tenure.

Sources suggest that under the current plan, Amorim is almost certain to continue as head coach for the remainder of the season, and he may even be given further opportunities to guide the club towards its long-term goals. However, he must meet or at least come close to achieving the targets set by Ratcliffe, including securing a return to European competition. This goal has already been lowered from previous expectations, with the previous target being the Champions League. If United were to fire Amorim, they would have to pay £10 million in compensation, plus £9.2 million to Sporting Lisbon for his release clause, which would likely infuriate Ratcliffe, who would view it as a waste of both resources and time.

Ratcliffe is a man eager for quick success and has set an ambitious goal of celebrating United’s 150th anniversary with an English Premier League title by 2028. However, Manchester United has already wasted time, with Ratcliffe changing his mind about Erik ten Hag’s dismissal after winning the FA Cup, only to fire the Dutchman less than six months later. A manager indeed needs time, but if it’s clear that someone isn’t suited for the role and the club still insists on showing “patience,” it could result in a situation where the mistakes keep compounding. United may have turned their early season woes around, but they still failed to capitalize on opportunities to climb higher in the Premier League, much like the missed opportunities in a BD Cricket Live match where a team can falter when it counts the most.

Every time a rival stumbles, offering Manchester United a chance to close the points gap, Amorim and his team have missed those opportunities. Wilcox admitted in an interview that if Amorim is dismissed, he and other high-level executives could face responsibility for that decision. This has led them to try and buy more time for Amorim, which would ultimately benefit their own positions as well. After the win against Crystal Palace, when Wilcox walked out of Selhurst Park, he urged the media to “trust the process.”

Reportedly, among Manchester United’s management, transfer director Christopher Vivell and head scout Kyle McAuley have little faith in Amorim. They believe that the club must sign established, proven players rather than relying on high-potential signings, or else Amorim won’t achieve the desired results, as he may lack the necessary qualities to be a successful Premier League manager. BD Cricket Live matches often reveal how underperformance and missed opportunities can lead to serious consequences, and Amorim’s situation might be no different if the current trend continues.