Last season, Manchester United's performance in the Europa League was quite impressive. In fact, as far as I can remember, United only lost once in the competition, in the final. They always won the rest of their matches. This proves that when this team is truly focused, they can play very well. And Amorim was also quite extraordinary, adapting so quickly. The problem is, they were truly poor in the Premier League, and I even think it was the worst season Manchester United has ever experienced in the Premier League. Usually, even at their worst, Manchester United wouldn't even be close to the relegation zone, but last season, Manchester United came very close.
And perhaps the reason Amorim hasn't brought in many new players in this transfer window is because he seems intent on maximizing his existing squad for this season. Although many seem to be hoping Manchester United will start the new season with a revamped squad as well.
If that single lost match was the final of the tournament, then you understand the value of that defeat. In the Premier League, they played so poorly because they focused only on the Europa League. In all the other matches Premier League games, and cup matches, they played as if those games didn’t matter at all. The result became obvious, they finished the season near the very bottom of the table. What Amorim is counting on now, I don’t know, but the way he is strengthening the team is progressing very slowly. It’s clear he’s relying on the players he already has. But I’m not sure this will be enough to change anything in the new season.