Ruben Amorim granted £100m transfer fund as Manchester United prioritize key sales to rebuild squad

‎Manchester United have reportedly handed manager Ruben Amorim a substantial transfer budget of around £100 million to rebuild a struggling squad following a deeply disappointing season. Despite their Europa League final defeat to Tottenham Hotspur, the Red Devils are backing Amorim to lead a major overhaul at Old Trafford ahead of next season.

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Manchester United grant Ruben Amorim £100m to rebuild squad, prioritising key sales amid Europa League loss and poor Premier League season.

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‎Since Sir Alex Ferguson’s departure in 2013, Manchester United have faced ongoing challenges, but the current campaign has arguably been their lowest ebb. The club managed just 10 Premier League wins and find themselves perilously close to the relegation zone, sitting 16th in the table with one game remaining. Their Europa League final loss extinguished any hopes of salvaging the season with silverware or European qualification.

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‎According to The Guardian, Sir Jim Ratcliffe and INEOS have committed to backing Amorim with a sizeable transfer kitty estimated at £100 million ($134 million). This budget is earmarked to fund key signings as United aim to restore competitiveness and stability. The club is reportedly close to securing Wolves’ forward Matheus Cunha for approximately £62.5 million ($83.8 million). This acquisition, if completed, would consume much of the available funds, leaving a narrower window to sign other targets such as Ipswich Town’s Liam Delap, whose £30 million ($40.2 million) release clause could be activated.

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‎With this limited spending flexibility, Manchester United are placing a strong emphasis on offloading high-wage players to generate additional funds. The Manchester Evening News has revealed that the club prioritizes the sales of Marcus Rashford, Antony, and Jadon Sancho as part of its summer restructuring. Further exits, including that of promising youngster Alejandro Garnacho, could bolster the transfer budget further, enabling more reinforcements.

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‎The absence of European football next season will impact United’s revenue streams and squad appeal, but the club’s leadership is resolute in supporting Amorim’s vision. The summer transfer window represents a critical juncture as the Red Devils look to bounce back from a disastrous campaign with fresh signings and a revitalized squad. SA