Manchester United is struggling to find its identity, according to former youth player Markus Neumayr. The Red Devils are facing Athletic Bilbao in the Europa League semi-finals, with a chance to qualify for the Champions League.

What happened?

Neumayr played for Manchester United's youth team in 2003 and trained with stars like Cristiano Ronaldo. He remembers the time under coach Alex Ferguson and assistant coach Carlos Queiroz, where the team's identity and values were clear.

Why it matters for Manchester United

The club's current state is a far cry from its heyday, with a meager 14th place in the league table. In the last five Premier League games, coach Ruben Amorim's team have not been able to celebrate a win, with two draws and three defeats.

What comes next?

Manchester United's next fixture is against Atletico Madrid on 2026-08-01. Their current league standing is 3rd in League, with 71 points from 38 games, and a recent form of WWDWW. Their last result was a 3-0 win against Brighton on 2026-05-24. | Stat | Value | | --- | --- | | League standing | 3rd | | Points | 71 | | Recent form | WWDWW | | Last result | Brighton 0-3 Manchester United | | Next fixture | vs Atletico Madrid (away, 2026-08-01) | Neumayr's criticism highlights the need for Manchester United to rediscover its identity and values, as they strive to regain their position as a top-tier team.