In a dramatic turn of events that has rattled the football world, Pep Guardiola has reportedly issued a stern warning to Ruben Amorim, the man tipped to take over at Manchester United. The Manchester City boss, who rarely dabbles in his rival’s affairs, privately advised Amorim to sever ties with a specific United player he believes was instrumental in Erik ten Hag’s downfall. According to Guardiola, if Amorim doesn’t act swiftly, he could find his own tenure plagued by the same internal rot that consumed his predecessor.
Though Guardiola typically keeps his commentary classy and calculated when it comes to Manchester United, he broke form in a chat with close insiders. He expressed genuine worry over the road United is heading down, claiming that Amorim is walking into a volatile situation. The warning focused on one individual — a player he says “destroyed the unity Ten Hag tried to build” and is poised to repeat that cycle with the incoming manager unless handled immediately.
Guardiola, no stranger to Amorim from their clashes in European competitions, still holds a grudging respect for the young Portuguese tactician. Their past duels were fierce, but Pep reportedly told his circle he harbors no ill will and would hate to see Amorim fail. Instead, he said his advice was rooted in professional courtesy — a plea to avoid the same pitfalls that swallowed Ten Hag whole.
Pep was allegedly blunt in his message: “Amorim must remove that player now, before the damage spreads.” Though he didn’t go public with a name, leaks from inside suggest the player is Bruno Fernandes. Once hailed as United’s savior, Fernandes has lately drawn criticism for his volatile leadership, with Guardiola said to believe his disruptive behavior off and on the pitch chipped away at Ten Hag’s authority until there was nothing left.
Insiders say Guardiola’s concern isn’t about Bruno’s skill — which remains unquestioned — but about the emotional climate he brings. His frequent outbursts, complaints, and clashes with teammates reportedly fractured the squad, isolating Ten Hag and undermining any attempt at discipline. Pep fears Amorim could soon be fighting the same battle if he doesn’t take bold action early.
“It’s not about ability — Bruno can play,” Pep reportedly insisted. “But the atmosphere he creates… it’s toxic for structure, for unity. Amorim has to make that cut if he wants a real shot at rebuilding.” Coming from Guardiola, a master of harmony and balance, the warning carries weight, especially for a coach like Amorim who prioritizes pressing cohesion and mental discipline.
Ruben Amorim, known for his no-nonsense style and ruthless clarity, may indeed be the kind of coach willing to pull such a trigger. During his time at Sporting CP, he famously benched stars who didn’t match his standards — and turned the club into league champions as a result. Whether he’ll take the same uncompromising stance at a club as politically charged as Manchester United is the question on everyone’s lips.
Guardiola’s revelations have ignited a firestorm across fan forums and media outlets. Some supporters defend Fernandes as a passionate leader who wears his heart on his sleeve, while others agree that his attitude has worn thin and hurt the dressing room chemistry. Regardless of public opinion, Amorim now faces an early crossroads — one that could either solidify his authority or derail his reign before it even begins. As Guardiola said, “This is Amorim’s moment. Choose the future — not comfort.”
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