Jason Wilcox Urges Manchester United to Stay Calm and Focused as Amorim’s Rebuild Gains Momentum
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Manchester United sporting director Jason Wilcox believes the club is finally heading in the right direction under manager Ruben Amorim, urging everyone at Old Trafford to remain calm and ignore outside criticism as the team continues its resurgence.
For the first time since Amorim’s arrival a year ago, United have secured three consecutive Premier League wins, climbing to sixth place and showing renewed belief after a difficult run. Wilcox, who joined following Jim Ratcliffe’s minority stake acquisition, says the club’s progress is visible despite the challenges ahead.
“We are going in the right direction,” Wilcox told the club’s media. “We have a clear plan. I am sure there are going to be bumps in the road, but we have just got to make sure we stay calm irrespective of the noise outside.”
How Manchester Is United Rebuilding Under Ratcliffe and Amorim?
Last season, United finished a disappointing 15th and missed out on European football for only the second time in 30 years. Ratcliffe responded with sweeping changes, including a new football structure and major squad investments, as he works to bring back the club’s winning identity.
Despite budget cuts and staff redundancies aimed at stabilizing finances, United spent £200 million ($264 million) to strengthen their attack with Bryan Mbeumo, Matheus Cunha, and Benjamin Sesko. That spending is already paying off. Cunha scored his first goal in the 4–2 win over Brighton, while Mbeumo has netted three times in two games, becoming a key player in Amorim’s pressing system.
Wilcox insists the goal is not just to buy big names but to sign players who can handle the pressure of Manchester United and contribute positively to the squad’s mentality. “We have got to buy the right players. The right players who are talented but also who can deal with the pressure, who can take the squad forward,” he explained. “It is not always about just signing elite talent, they have got to have the right character and be somebody who can bring something different to the team.”
What Challenges Does United Face Ahead?
The club’s growing form could be tested during the Africa Cup of Nations, which runs from December 21 to January 18. Key forward Bryan Mbeumo will represent Cameroon, while Amad Diallo could also be absent for Ivory Coast, potentially missing up to six Premier League matches, including a crucial derby against Manchester City.
Amorim acknowledged the challenge but remains optimistic about the squad’s depth. “We are going to struggle a little bit, but we already knew that,” he said. “Other players are going to have the opportunity to help us. The change of characteristics are not going to change the idea or the momentum of the team.”
With confidence building and results improving, Manchester United’s leadership believes patience, discipline, and the right mindset will be crucial as they push to return to Champions League contention and restore their competitive edge in English football.
By Yockshard Enyendi
