Ruben Amorim’s Manchester United tenure appears to be hanging by a thread, with former Liverpool defender and Sky Sports pundit Jamie Carragher insisting the 39-year-old “won’t make it to December 25.” Despite United securing only their third win of the season at the weekend, the club’s inconsistent form and lack of attacking identity have intensified scrutiny on the manager’s future.

Amorim, who will soon mark his first anniversary at Old Trafford, has endured a turbulent spell. United currently sit mid-table after losing to Arsenal, Manchester City, and Burnley, and suffering a humiliating Carabao Cup exit at the hands of League Two side Grimsby Town. Last season’s Europa League final defeat only deepened frustration among fans who expected resurgence under the former Sporting Lisbon boss.

Carragher, speaking on The Overlap Fan Debate, said he takes no pleasure in predicting a managerial sacking but believes the numbers speak for themselves. “He’s managed 50 games and scored just two more goals than he’s conceded. That’s unbelievable for a Manchester United manager,” Carragher noted, calling Amorim’s job “untenable.”

The criticism was echoed by United legend Paul Scholes, who argued Amorim has already been given more time than most of his predecessors. “Manchester United do give managers time, but it feels like it’s gone beyond that now,” Scholes said. “That Brentford game was the turning point for me it feels like only a matter of time before things come to an end.”

United’s hierarchy has so far stood by Amorim, pointing to the club’s long term vision and the integration of younger players such as Kobbie Mainoo and Alejandro Garnacho. However, with results failing to improve and dressing room confidence reportedly waning, insiders admit that upcoming fixtures could determine his fate.

As the festive period approaches, Manchester United faces a crucial run of games that could define their seasonand Amorim’s future. With names like Zinedine Zidane and Julian Nagelsmann being mentioned as potential successors, the Portuguese tactician may be running out of both time and support at Old Trafford.