Manchester United have managed only seven points from their opening six Premier League fixtures…
Ex-Super Eagles midfielder Mikel Obi has forecasted that Manchester United will conclude the Premier League season around 13th or 14th place, according to Soccernet.ng.
The Red Devils have struggled significantly since the start of the campaign under the guidance of manager Ruben Amorim, recording two wins, one draw, and three defeats so far.
Their most recent setback was a 3-1 loss to Brentford at the G-Tech Community Stadium last weekend, a result that disappointed fans and pundits alike.
Following this defeat, Manchester United find themselves 14th in the Premier League standings, trailing league leaders Liverpool by eight points, who currently have 15 points.
Mikel Obi, who enjoyed a lengthy Premier League career primarily with Chelsea, remains skeptical about the Red Devils’ prospects improving anytime soon.
He argues that the squad lacks depth in key positions and that Ruben Amorim’s tactical approach has yet to resonate effectively with the team.
“I’m completely baffled by Manchester United’s transfer strategy; it’s a total mess,” Mikel shared on the Obi One Podcast.
“I supported Ruben Amorim from the start because I believed in his managerial skills. Watching him at Sporting, their style was impressive.
“However, the players at Manchester United just aren’t up to the mark. Against Brentford, defenders like Harry Maguire and De Ligt were completely out of sync.
“Amorim tried repositioning Maguire to the right and De Ligt to the left to find a workable formation, but it failed. They lack pace and mobility.
“Then you have Bruno Fernandes and Casemiro as your two holding midfielders. That duo won’t secure a league title; with players like these, finishing 13th or 14th is realistic.
“That’s where Manchester United stand at the moment-they’re stuck near the bottom half of the table.
“At one point, Mbeumo was deployed as a right wing-back and Mason Mount on the left wing-back. The team is completely disorganized,” Mikel concluded.
Can Manchester United Turn Their Season Around?
Currently, the outlook for Manchester United under Ruben Amorim appears bleak.
The squad’s performances have been underwhelming, the club’s financial constraints limit marquee signings compared to rivals, and Amorim remains reluctant to alter his tactical framework.
With mounting pressure on the Portuguese coach, his position could be at risk if the team’s poor run continues.
Unless there is a swift turnaround, critics like Mikel Obi are likely to maintain their harsh assessments of Manchester United’s struggles.