Since being appointed MU's head coach, Ruben Amorim has embarked on cultural changes in Carrington and initially created a change in the dressing room.
The best interviews with MU players often take place in the pre -season period. The players at that time were more comfortable in the context of luxurious resorts abroad, the reporter also had more time to talk and everything happened before the new season, that is, there is no pressure or disappointment.
The atmosphere in this summer trip is said to be very positive, especially when MU has just gone through the bottom -touch season and now only … go up. The two rookie Matheus Cuha and Bryan Mbeumo have contributed to improving the spirit, as well as Amorim's decision to eliminate the “rebellion group” from the plan.
Luke Shaw left -back recently had a frank talk with the press in Chicago. He said: “For many years, the atmosphere here is very negative. It is quite toxic, not healthy. We need a positive environment, good energy, fun. When you have those things, you will be more comfortable and express yourself more on the field.
And I think, especially on this trip, we feel the attachment of the team is growing. During my time here, this is probably the time when I feel closer to the team. The atmosphere is very good, very positive. Hopefully that can be maintained. “
Shaw also emphasized that Amorim's imprint: “The coach must act, because in the end, his work is always threatened. He wants to do everything in his own way, making a mark and I think it is the only way to succeed, especially in MU.
We have to improve the standard and that's what Ruben is doing. Especially mentally. He always talks about the spirit, every day on the training ground. Ruben requires 100%, not accepting less. “
Amorim did not improve the results of MU right after taking over the club from Sporting Lisbon, but he immediately handled toxic culture in Carrington by “handing” in the dressing room.
Marcus Rashford and Alejandro Garnacho were eliminated from the squad against Man City in December. Rashford was permanently removed, and Garnacho was given the opportunity to return but then continued to keep the discipline. Both are not in the new season plan and Amorim deserves to be recognized for daring to be strong with two talented names, instead of tolerating or giving additional opportunities because … easier to handle.
Amorim wants to own talented players, but they must have the right personality. Coach Erik Ten Hag previously tried to improve the club culture, but it was clear that when Amorim came in November, there was still a lot of work to do.
Although some people may not want to hear from Shaw, because he often injured, it is undeniable that the 30 -year -old defender is an experienced player and understands his internal affairs. The word “toxic” he used to reveal what happened behind the door of the dressing room at Old Trafford.
The current feeling is that MU is getting closer than ever to the construction of a healthy dressing room – something that every coach since 2013 has made efforts towards, but no one has done it completely because the ego of the player has always had a development land.
Amorim's efforts in building a positive culture behind the scenes are as important as tactics on the field. A team cannot succeed without a solid cultural foundation. The way the players behave, interact, live together in the field is something that cannot be overlooked.
Rashford and Garnacho lost his own opportunity and Amorim did not accept it. The significant improved standard is an extremely positive signal for the upcoming season of Man United.
