Ruben Amorim’s sack compensation explained after Brentford defeat

Ruben Amorim’s future at Manchester United is under the spotlight following the Red Devils 3-1 loss at Brentford on Saturday.

Despite defeating Chelsea in their last Premier League match, United were outplayed by a more determined Brentford’s side, with Amorim’s men looking second best throughout the match.

Igor Thiago capitalised on Harry Maguire’s shaky defending to net the opener, before Altay Bayindir handed the striker a second. Benjamin Sesko scored his maiden goal for the club, but Bruno Fernandes failed to convert from the penalty spot for the second time this season.

Mathias Jensen sealed Brentford’s victory in injury time, handing United their third defeat of the season and casting further doubt over Amorim’s future at Old Trafford.

Ruben Amorim reacts during the Premier League match between Brentford and Manchester United. (Photo by Catherine Ivill – AMA/Getty Images)

Questions have been asked about Amorim’s ability to lead United as it’s claimed he might be relieved of his duties. If he’s sacked, the Portuguese will be well compensated.

According to The Daily Mail, United would need to spend £12million. The Portuguese gaffer took over on November 1 last year, signing a two-and-a-half-year deal with an option for a further 12 months.

United shelled out approximately £9.2m to buy him out of his contract, and should they choose to part ways with Amorim within the first year of his contract, they will face a significant compensation bill.

It’s also understood that Amorim’s backroom team would likewise be entitled to payouts should they choose to leave.

Despite the rumors surrounding his future, Amorim’s is placing more emphasis on United’s next game as he hopes his team bounce back.

“It’s always the same to lose at this club; it hurts a lot,” Amorim said after the loss on Saturday.

“We need to think about the next one. Of course we want to win. We didn’t control the game. We played the game of Brentford.

“First balls, second balls, set-pieces. All the crucial moments were against us. It’s tough to lose again but we need to think about the next one.

“The first goal was a long ball. We worked on that in the week, and on set pieces. We knew the long balls were coming and one touch they had the opportunity. We need to do better.

“We didn’t play our game. We only had control for some moments. But it was more or less all the same. We need to play our games, not the opponents’, but they were stronger on that.”