The 2024-2025 season will not last long in the memories of Manchester United fans. The Red Devils have endured a very disastrous Premier League campaign.
Man United look set to finish in the bottom half of the Premier League for the first time since 1990, having also been knocked out of both domestic cups. This has seen the club's owners make big changes, with Ruben Amorim replacing Erik ten Hag as head coach in mid-season.
However, the former Sporting Lisbon coach could not make a significant change in form or results. But things could change in the coming weeks, with a Champions League spot still within reach if Man United win the Europa League.
In the best scenario, the "Red Devils" will easily overcome Lyon to qualify for the semi-finals against Athletic Bilbao or Rangers. And if they can beat one of those two teams, they will face Tottenham, Frankfurt, Lazio or Bodo/Glimt.
In theory, the Norwegian team will be the weakest opponent in the final, but there is still a lot to decide before Man United can start considering potential opponents. Back in the Premier League, a top half spot in the rankings is also within reach of Man United. Currently, they are 7 points behind 10th place and will need a good streak of form to break away.
In addition to the general goals of the whole team, there are many individuals of Man United who want to improve their performance towards the new season. Among them, Rasmus Hojlund is the case. The Danish striker has endured a poor campaign but has gradually begun to improve his form recently. He scored in his last two appearances for club and country.
For Man United, they need Hojlund to prove that the large amount of money invested is not a waste. More importantly, the Old Trafford team will reduce the need to buy strikers if Hojlund improves his form.
A big problem for Man United this season is the long list of injuries they have to endure. Currently, the "Red Devils" have 10 stars with limited ability to play. Including key players such as Lisandro Martinez, Amad, Kobbie Mainoo and Patrick Dorgu, while promising defender Ayden Heaven is also absent. If these stars recover and regain their form before the 2025-2026 season, that will be a positive thing.
"I know what I have to do to save the situation, but sometimes the results are not as expected, so I have to win the remaining matches. I am really confident in my playing style even though I have not brought the desired results. I'm still confident in that," Amorim said in early March.
