Just weeks after his Old Trafford exit, Ruben Amorim is seen enjoying the high life in Doha while Michael Carrick revitalizes Manchester United’s top-four hopes.
Ruben Amorim has been spotted for the first time since his high-profile dismissal from Manchester United, resurfacing thousands of miles away at the Qatar Open. The Portuguese tactician, who reportedly walked away with a £12 million severance package in January, was seen in the stands as Carlos Alcaraz staged a dramatic comeback victory over Karen Khachanov.
Amorim’s appearance in Doha comes just over a month after his “failed experiment” at Old Trafford ended following an explosive press conference and a disappointing run that saw the club languishing in mid-table.
“What is he doing!” – Fans React
The TV cameras caught Amorim relaxed and minding his own business as Alcaraz closed out a 6-7, 6-4, 6-3 win. The footage instantly went viral, sparking a wave of mixed reactions from United supporters:
- “Is he taking the Qatar national team job?” questioned one fan on X (formerly Twitter).
- “Living his best life with that £12m pay-off,” joked another.
The Carrick Effect
While Amorim enjoys the tennis in the Middle East, his successor Michael Carrick has transformed United’s fortunes. Since taking over as interim boss, Carrick remains unbeaten, steering the club back into fourth place one point ahead of Chelsea and three clear of Liverpool.
The contrast is stark: under Amorim, United struggled for identity; under Carrick, the “Red Army” has rediscovered the winning habit with major victories over Manchester City and Arsenal.
Silence Until Summer?
Sources close to the 41-year-old manager suggest Amorim is unlikely to take a new role or speak publicly about his United nightmare until the end of the current campaign. It is believed he wants to avoid any further disruption to the squad as they chase Champions League qualification.
For now, it seems the only “tactics” Amorim is worried about are whether Alcaraz can hold his serve in the Doha heat.
Ronald Mike is a football writer covering the English Premier League, providing match analysis, tactical insight, and coverage of key rivalries and title races across the season.
