Amorim: Champions League Spot 'More Important' Than Trophies

Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim prioritizes a Champions League return over winning trophies, citing its financial benefits for the club.

Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim believes a return to the Champions League is even more important than winning his first trophy in charge of the Red Devils when they face Tottenham in the Europa League final.

Victory in Bilbao on May 21st will hand a lifeline to one of the struggling English giants by propelling them directly into the lucrative league phase of next season's Champions League.

Manchester United and Tottenham face high stakes in the Europa League final, with the loser missing out on European competition entirely next season. The winner will secure a lucrative Champions League spot, estimated to be worth at least £70 million to United. “For me, the Champions League is more important,” said Amorim, highlighting the financial and competitive benefits it would bring to the club.

“For everything, to prepare for the next season.

“We are supposed to be in the Champions League. Europa League here is not enough, and you have to have that feeling here.

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“The best way to help us to get to the top in a few years is the Champions League. It is not the title, the trophy.

“The most important thing is how this title could help us to get back to the top faster.”

Ruben Amorim's tenure at Manchester United has been turbulent, with just six wins in 25 Premier League games since November. However, a dramatic Europa League run has provided some respite, culminating in the final against Tottenham.

Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim has been candid about his team's struggles, once labeling them the worst in the club's history. Despite a tough season, Amorim denied speculation that he'd resign if United loses to Tottenham in the Europa League final.

“I cannot see the team having these results, especially in the Premier League, and see nothing and not take the responsibility,” added Amorim.

“It's just that I have a clear idea of what to do. I understand the problems of the team, so I'm far from quitting.

“What I'm saying is that we need to perform. In the future, we need to perform or else they will change us.”