Overview
- Butt, a former United midfielder, called the club a “sh*tshow” and “rotten from the bottom up,” arguing even elite managers could not fix it quickly.
- He forecast a five to eight year wait before United can realistically challenge for the Premier League, blaming a drop in recruitment standards.
- United CEO Omar Berrada has set a far shorter horizon, stating the ambition to win the Premier League by 2028.
- Manager Ruben Amorim says any January business will only proceed with full alignment with director of football Jason Wilcox, rejecting short‑term fixes despite absences.
- United’s recent form underlines the uncertainty, with a 1–1 draw against Wolves following injuries and Africa Cup of Nations call‑ups for key players.