Ruben Amorim, Manchester United's manager, believes the public remarks by Sir Jim Ratcliffe in support of him have had a major impact on the Red Devils' season so far.
The co-owner, speaking during the October international break, said Amorim should be judged over a three-year horizon, not a few months, and that the project demands patience and continuity.
Although Amorim has completed only one year of that horizon—the anniversary of his first game arrives this Monday—the forceful comments from Ratcliffe have cooled much of the club's noise after a run of pressure, including a 3-1 loss to Brentford in late September.
Since then United have won three and drawn two, giving Amorim space to reorganize and stabilize his methods and team structure.
Amorim says Ratcliffe's words were a central factor in tamping down the club's fluctuations.
In late October Ratcliffe clarified that Amorim should be assessed over three years and that there is no magic button or hasty decision making.
Amorim noted the message was not new—the club has preached a long-term project from day one, built on stability and patience.
In an interview with a British outlet, Amorim said the most important thing is that fans understand there is a clear path and that he is not fearing for his job; the approach is unchanged.
United now prepare to face Everton on Monday, a match that falls on the year anniversary of Amorim's first game in charge, a 1-1 draw with Ipswich in the opening.
Reflecting on his first year, Amorim said it was a lesson-filled journey: sometimes you feel you are too young or just winning, then results vary and opinions change; you learn a lot and feel you are a better coach now.
He stressed that despite the pressure, he never lost sight of the privilege of leading a club of United's stature.
He spoke about the weight of the club's heritage, noting Old Trafford is lined with images of former managers and that only about 23 people have held the job.
He argued that building a sustainable project takes time, and that the team is already reaping benefits in results and in fan confidence as the club steadies its course.
As United presses toward a top-four bid, the Amorim-Ratcliffe partnership is shaping up as a key pillar of the project amid an uneven start.
Looking ahead to the anniversary, Amorim insisted that success comes not from a clever trick but from a clear path and steadfast execution.
Punchline 1: If patience were a player, it would start every game for United—and still be subbed on at the minute 89 just to test our faith.
Punchline 2: They say Rome wasn't built in a day; apparently, neither is a trophy cabinet—but at least we have a long-term plan to lean on while the calendar debates with us.
