Ruben Amorim responded to Wayne Rooney, who commented that he’s “naive” to say his goal at Manchester United is to win the Premier League.
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Rooney calls Amorim “naive”
United had lost nine of their 23 games under Amorim before being eliminated from the FA Cup on penalties by Fulham in the fifth round.
After the game, Amorim spoke of United’s desire to win the Premier League for the first time
Rooney, who is now working as a pundit for the BBC, called the Portuguese coach “naive” for setting that goal.
“I think it’s a little naive to say they’re looking to win the Premier League because from where they are now, they’re a long way off that,” he said.
“I think he’ll get time but it’s not a free hit because he’ll expect more from Manchester United than what we’re seeing since he’s been in. He says winning the Premier League, how can they compete? To get further up the table, I think that’s the next step for them.”
Amorim hits back
United need to win the Europa League to save their season as they prepare for their last-16 first-leg tie against Real Sociedad in Spain on Thursday.
Amorim hit back at the former United striker’s claim, saying it was “easy” to be a pundit.
“That (winning the Premier League) is the goal,” said Amorim. “To be naive is to think we are going to do it this season or be the best contender next season.”
“I know in this moment, everybody knows everything. I was a pundit when I finished my [playing] career, and I know it’s really easy.”
“Maybe it is not with me but our goal, as a club, is to win the Premier League like we did in the past with all the great glories and legends of this club.”
“We are in a difficult moment. And I’m not naive, that’s why I’m here, at 40 years old, coaching Manchester United.”
