Tension is boiling at Old Trafford as Dutch defender Matthijs de Ligt has sensationally spoken out, claiming that the blame for Manchester United’s struggles does not lie with head coach Ruben Amorim, but with a toxic influence inside the squad.

De Ligt didn’t hold back, warning the board that one player is actively damaging the club’s reputation:

“People should stop blaming Ruben Amorim for Manchester United’s struggles. The young manager is not at fault—it’s this ONE player who is destroying the legacy of our great club. I just hope the board are paying attention.”

This explosive claim comes at a time when Amorim is under intense pressure after a poor run of results. Many pundits and fans have placed responsibility on his tactics, but De Ligt’s remarks shift the spotlight firmly onto the dressing room. The suggestion that a player is working against the manager has rattled United supporters, who fear history may be repeating itself.

De Ligt even went further, stating that the same individual was partly responsible for the downfall of former boss Erik ten Hag:

“This same player caused Ten Hag’s sacking, and now he wants Amorim to follow.”

The revelation has already set social media ablaze, with fans speculating about the identity of the so-called disruptive figure. Some argue that the club’s recent lack of leadership on the pitch points toward senior players, while others believe certain underperforming stars may be deliberately letting the team down.

Whatever the truth, one thing is clear—the pressure is now on the Manchester United board to investigate and take action before another manager becomes a casualty of behind-the-scenes politics.

If De Ligt is right, then the club’s problems run far deeper than just tactics—they may be fighting against sabotage from within.