Africa-Press – Eritrea. Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim has admitted that his side are not yet ready to compete in European competitions, stressing the need for more time to build a solid foundation.
United missed out on a Champions League return after finishing 15th in the Premier League last season and later losing to Tottenham Hotspur in the Europa League final in May.
Speaking ahead of Wednesday’s Carabao Cup second-round clash against fourth-tier Grimsby Town, Amorim said his squad must continue to develop before they can handle the demands of top-level European football.
“I think we were not prepared to play in Europe, that is my feeling.
“To have strong games in the Champions League and then play Premier League, we need time to develop as a team,” Amorim told reporters.
“So, the players need to fight for their places, and then everything can change.”
United’s struggles have continued into the new season, with the Red Devils losing their opening Premier League fixture 1-0 at home to Arsenal before being held 1-1 by Fulham on Sunday. Amorim criticized his
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