Ruben Amorim admits to Man United mistakes as he returns to management with AC Milan

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8 July 2026

Ruben Amorim

has openly acknowledged making errors during his tenure as

Manchester United

manager, reflecting on a period he described as a significant learning experience.

The Portuguese coach, speaking at his inaugural press conference as AC Milan’s new head coach, admitted to missteps during his challenging 14-month spell in the

Premier League

, which concluded with his dismissal in January.

"It’s hard to explain the mistakes because for that I would have to explain all the context of the last adventure," Amorim stated. "It’s hard to say to you every mistake. The only thing to say is I learned a lot and I did some mistakes."

He also expressed regret at not having the chance to address the Old Trafford faithful directly.

"I didn’t have the opportunity, and I’m sorry for that, to say something to the

fans, I’m really proud to be their coach for a year in that time."

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Amorim has admitted to making mistakes at

Man United

(Danny Lawson/PA). (PA Wire)

Amorim, 41, took the helm at United in November 2024 following Erik ten Hag’s departure. However, he struggled to reverse the club’s fortunes, overseeing a 15th-placed finish in the

and a defeat to Tottenham in the Europa League final.

Despite the team being sixth when he was sacked, his 3-4-3 tactical approach and limited integration of academy players drew considerable criticism.

"But now is a different history. There are a lot of things I could do better in the last experience but sometimes it’s like that. You need to learn to find the right spot to reach a different level and that’s my thinking here," he added.

His record at United saw him win just 25 of 63 matches, losing 23. In 47

games, he secured only 15 victories, resulting in a points-per-game average of 1.23 – the lowest of any United manager in the

era.

"Everyone learns from their experience," Amorim reiterated on Wednesday. "I learned a lot. I did some mistakes. There are some things I will try to change and there are some things you never change. But I think I will be a better (coach)."

He has now signed a three-year contract with AC

Milan

, succeeding Massimiliano Allegri.

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