Frank Christian
Ruben Amorim took on the role of Manchester United’s head coach in November 2024, with the objective of improving results and team performances after a challenging 18 months under Erik ten Hag.
Although he joined from Sporting CP boasting a strong reputation as a promising coach, Amorim has yet to achieve success at Old Trafford. The team is heading towards their poorest domestic season in the Premier League era, with a UEFA Europa League final victory needed to secure a spot in European competitions for the 2025/26 season and to bring some positivity to a tough year.
Manchester United invested significantly in bringing Amorim and his team on board, hoping for improved performances in the initial six months, even as they recognize the necessity for patience. Should they opt for a managerial change soon, it will incur another hefty financial burden, possibly alleviating immediate pressure on Amorim.
This article from The Sporting News examines Amorim’s reported earnings, how they stack up against the highest-paid managers in the Premier League, and the potential cost of terminating his contract.
Ruben Amorim’s Contract and Salary: How Much Does the Man United Coach Make?
As reported by The Sun shortly after his appointment, Amorim’s contract is valued at £6.5 million ($8.7 million) annually, translating to approximately £125,000 ($167,000) each week.
His contract is valid until June 2025, with an option for Manchester United to extend it for another year.
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FootballFanCast ranks Amorim as the fourth highest-earning manager in the Premier League, just ahead of Liverpool’s Arne Slot, but significantly trailing behind the top two earners.
Top 10 Highest-Paid Managers in the Premier League for 2024/25
*Annual salary data according to FootballFanCast
| Rank | Manager | Club | Salary* |
| 1. | Pep Guardiola | Man City | £20m |
| 2. | Mikel Arteta | Arsenal | £10m |
| 3. | Unai Emery | Aston Villa | £8m |
| 4. | Ruben Amorim | Man United | £6.5m |
| 5. | Arne Slot | Liverpool | £6.2m |
| 6. | David Moyes | Everton | £5m |
| = | Ange Postecoglou | Tottenham | £5m |
| 8. | Thomas Frank | Brentford | £4.5m |
| = | Oliver Glasner | Crystal Palace | £4.5m |
| 10. | Enzo Maresca | Chelsea | £4.2m |
What Would it Cost Manchester United to Terminate Ruben Amorim’s Contract?
As indicated in United’s financial reports from November 2024, it cost the club £10.4 million ($13.1 million) to part ways with former manager Erik ten Hag and his team. Additionally, a further £11 million ($13.9 million) was spent to secure Amorim and six members of his staff.
Put simply, the total expense for changing the first-team management amounted to about £21 million ($27 million).
If the club decides to part ways with Amorim after the 2024/25 season, they would face about £13 million ($17.5 million) in costs, considering there would be two years remaining in his contract, not including any additional compensation for his coaching staff.
