At the end of last season, Amorim emphasized the need for a proven goalscorer and a reliable goalkeeper to strengthen the team.

However, with just over a month until the new season starts, neither of these issues has been resolved, and the situation is worse than expected.

Although Manchester United have signed Matheus Cunha and are close to acquiring Bryan Mbeumo, Amorim still lacks the type of striker he had in mind, with players like Victor Osimhen or Viktor Gyokeres being his ideal targets.

Amorim had hoped to see the departure of at least two attackers to help reshape the front line, but no players have been moved on yet.

Players like Marcus Rashford, Rasmus Hojlund, Jadon Sancho, Alejandro Garnacho, and Antony are still attached to the club, which is not in line with Amorim's plans.

There is now pressure to make at least one exit happen before the US tour begins.

The situation in goal has also taken a hit, with Andre Onana injured and likely to miss pre-season.

Amorim had grown frustrated with Onana's inconsistent performances last season and wanted to build confidence in the team by having a reliable goalkeeper.

Although Manchester United were open to offers for Onana, no concrete bids have arrived, and his camp has made it clear that he is not actively seeking a move.

Amorim ideally wants to replace Onana, but if not, the plan is to bring in a new goalkeeper to compete with him.

Sources suggest that a new signing is in the works, and the new goalkeeper should be capable of taking Onana's starting role.

Manchester United are reportedly in talks with the representatives of Senne Lammens and John Victor, and other options are also being considered.

Amorim knows that he needs to strengthen both ends of the pitch to navigate the early stages of the new season with confidence and clarity.