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Manchester United’s struggles under Ruben Amorim show no sign of easing after yet another defeat on Sunday.
The Red Devils fell 1-0 to Tottenham, their 12th league loss of the season.
This has left them 15th in the table and just 12 points above the relegation zone.
Despite replacing Erik ten Hag with Amorim in November, United’s form has barely improved.
Former defender Paul Parker believes the club is still suffering from a major mistake made two years ago.
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Parker, who won two league titles at Old Trafford, insists United made the wrong decision by letting David de Gea leave and replacing him with Andre Onana.
Speaking to Betfred, he said: “Looking at the backline now, there’s no great pace.
“And you look at the goalkeeper, I think they made a massive mistake letting David de Gea go so quickly.
“They could have kept him there, built a team, and then discussed bringing in a new goalkeeper.
“For me, it’s more important for a goalkeeper to use his hands rather than his feet.”
David De Gea spent 12 years at Old Trafford, making over 500 appearances.
The 34-year-old went on to win the club’s Player of the Year award four times.
He left as a free agent in 2023 after United failed to agree a new contract.
The Spaniard left to join Fiorentina on a free transfer in 2024.
Onana arrived in a £47m deal from Inter Milan, but his performances have come under scrutiny
United have so far conceded 35 league goals this season.
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Parker also believes United’s current squad lacks balance and that the club’s reputation is deterring potential signings.
“The midfield lacks creativity, so buying two players isn’t going to be enough.
“Do clubs want to let players go to Manchester United?
“More importantly, do players want to come to United at this time?
“If you’re going to walk into a frying pan, does it make any sense?
“If you’re looking from the outside, then United isn’t a good place to be at this moment in time.”
INEOS are expected to spend heavily in the summer transfer window.
However, major changes will be needed if United are to return to the top under Ruben Amorim.
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Source: Centred Devils
