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Jamie Jackson in Bilbao

Amorim admits it is ‘strange’ his job is safe even if United lose Europa League final

Ruben Amorim watches training
Ruben Amorim (centre) is unconcerned about his job security if Manchester United lose in Bilbao. Photograph: Martin Rickett/PA

Ruben Amorim has admitted it is strange he is not in danger of the sack as Manchester United head coach while Ange Postecoglou is even if he leads Tottenham to the Europa League trophy in Wednesday’s final.

United face Spurs at Bilbao’s San Mamés Stadium with each having had a similarly dismal Premier League campaign. With one game left, United are in 16th on 39 points with a goal difference of -12, while Spurs are in 17th on 38 with a goal difference of 2. The Australian’s position at Tottenham is under scrutiny, with there being a strong sense that he will lose his role even if his side emerge victorious on Wednesday. Postecoglou fielded questions about this on Tuesday. Amorim was then asked why he is not under the same pressure.

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