It has now been revealed that the true reason Liverpool’s leadership passed over Ruben Amorim in their hunt for a replacement for Jurgen Klopp had nothing to do with the Portuguese manager’s skills. The now-Manchester United manager appeared set for Anfield at one point, but FSG decided to focus on Arne Slot instead.
Many Reds supporters didn’t know what the Dutchman was about during that tumultuous time. However, eight months later, Liverpool is poised to win its 20th league championship, and the supporters at Anfield are grateful that the former Feyenoord tactician was chosen by the decision-makers.
New information indicates Liverpool’s decision was not based on concerns about the 40-year-old’s management abilities, even though Amorim’s rejection has stoked teasing towards their faltering Red Devil rivals, who are headed for their lowest-ever Premier League point total.
Why Liverpool Snubbed Ruben Amorim in the Summer
It was estimated that the squad rebuild would have cost a lot more under Amorim
Liverpool apparently liked that Amorim ranked first among top European coaches for keeping players fit when they were considering him as a potential Klopp replacement, but they also estimated that it would cost £400 million to re-equip their team to meet his unique system and requirements. Choosing Slot turned out to be economical and now well worth it.
According to the Times, these estimates are now United’s primary concerns as the team continues to identify more difficulties than it will ever be able to resolve this season. Amorim appears to need a number of high-profile additions before his actual ability at Old Trafford can be evaluated, whereas Slot welcomed just one instant acquisition before going on to make the Reds appear like a formidable team once more.
Following the dismissal of their nine-year manager, who brought Merseyside its first league title in thirty years and its sixth Champions League, Liverpool placed a strong emphasis on flexibility in their summertime efforts to maintain the good times. Players like Ryan Gravenberch, Dominik Szoboszlai, and Cody Gakpo have rebranded themselves as important contributors to the Reds’ treasure hunt, demonstrating Slot’s versatility thus far.
The Reds are currently 13 points ahead of Arsenal at the top of the Premier League standings. After a thrilling victory over PSG, they are also one step closer to a Champions League quarterfinal spot. On March 16, they will play Newcastle in the Carabao Cup final. The situation is very different from that of Manchester United, who are now in 14th place in the league, have been eliminated from all domestic cup competitions, and need to defeat Real Sociedad in order to advance in the Europa League after being held to a draw in the away leg.
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