Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim made a surprising statement ahead of the Europa League Round of 16 match against Real Sociedad.
Indeed, the manager declared that there were more important things than winning the Europa League this season.
Although this competition represents the Red Devils’ last chance of winning a trophy this season, Ruben Amorim insists that it is not his main priority.
With the Red Devils currently in 14th place in the Premier League, a win in the Europa League would not only earn them a coveted trophy, but also qualify them for next season’s Champions League.
However, the Portuguese tactician takes a long-term view, focusing on rebuilding the team rather than short-term gains.
“Of course, we lost last week to Fulham in the FA Cup, so people see this Europa League as the only competition we can win, and also the link between winning the Europa League and the Champions League,” said Ruben Amorim at his pre-match press conference.
“But to tell you the truth, I think we have more important things to think about.
I know it’s strange to say this, but it’s something we’re trying to build here that will be more important than winning a cup right now.
I know we have a responsibility to fight for every trophy, but right now we’re trying to build something that will last longer than any trophy this season,” added the manager.
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