Luke Shaw Says Amorim Is Fixing Man United's Toxic Culture
So, here’s what’s going on at Manchester United right now—it’s pretty intense, honestly. Luke Shaw, who's been at the club for over a decade, has spoken out about how things have been inside the dressing room, and it sounds like the vibe hasn't been great for a while. He actually used the words toxic and unhealthy to describe the culture that's developed there in recent years. That’s a strong statement from a senior player.
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But what's really making headlines is how Shaw has thrown his full support behind the club's new manager, Ruben Amorim. After last season’s disasters—15th place in the Premier League and a heartbreaking Europa League final loss to Spurs—Amorim has clearly decided enough is enough. He’s come in with a firm hand, demanding a full cultural reset. Part of that? Benching and even moving out big names like Rashford, Garnacho, and Sancho. Shaw didn’t name names, but he made it very clear: if you're not giving 100%, you won't play. Simple as that.
And the thing is, Shaw gets it. He admits that after that Europa final, his emotions boiled over. He even questioned if he and the team were good enough to wear the shirt. He now reflects that it came from a place of frustration and pain—not just from that game, but the whole season, which he described as one of the lowest points in his career. He had injuries, missed a ton of time, and was mentally drained. There were even moments he felt like he let his former coach, Erik ten Hag, and the whole club down.
But now, there’s a shift happening. Shaw says Amorim has created a squad where there are “no stragglers” anymore—meaning no one is coasting or putting themselves above the team. The atmosphere, according to Shaw, is finally positive again. There's a renewed sense of unity, discipline, and purpose. He even mentioned how players are keeping time better and holding each other accountable on and off the pitch.
Shaw's not sugarcoating anything—he says he hit rock bottom last season. But now? He’s fit, back in full pre-season training, and genuinely optimistic. He’s happy with the formation, enjoying his role in a back three, and firmly believes that winning the Premier League should be the target. Yes, even after such a rough year.
It’s a big claim, but when you hear how serious Amorim is about changing the standards at the club, and how committed key players like Shaw are to that vision, it doesn’t sound like empty talk. This could really be the beginning of a very different Manchester United.
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