Man Utd Coach Amorim Expects January Player Transfer Requests Amid World Cup

Manchester United head coach Ruben Amorim has acknowledged that some players, particularly those struggling for game time like Kobbie Mainoo and Joshua Zirkzee, may request to leave the club in the January transfer window due to limited opportunities and the upcoming World Cup. Amorim emphasized the challenge of squad rotation given the club's lack of European football this season and limited fixtures, which restricts his ability to provide sufficient minutes to all players. Despite these potential departures, Manchester United plans to strengthen the squad by signing players with a long-term future at the club rather than short-term fixes. In the summer, the club invested heavily in attacking reinforcements but continues to target midfield and attacking players, including making a significant offer for former Barcelona forward Vitor Roque. The club's director of football highlighted the need to back Amorim to compete for Premier League and Champions League titles. These developments reflect a strategic approach to managing player satisfaction, squad depth, and competitive ambitions under Amorim's leadership.