If Manchester United cannot win this cup, this season will be a very unsuccessful season, and they are aware of that. That's why they will do whatever it takes to be successful in Europe.
Maybe their current target in the EPL is just not relegated. They are trying to keep getting points without big targets. Then they focus on the Europa League. Maybe realistically the Europa League still has many different opportunities than the EPL. After this season ends, maybe Amorim will make a lot of big changes. Amorim may take advantage of the transfer market to add strength next season. It looks like they will suffer the same fate as Arsenal or Chelsea are in the bottom of the table. Against Nothingham is realistically maybe 1 point to take home.