Euro glory will not solve our problems

IT'S LONG TERM THAT COUNTS FOR AMORIM

- David McDonnell

RUBEN AMORIM may want to look long-term but the here and now has never been more critical for Manchester United.

Having exited the FA Cup last Sunday against Fulham, the only silverware the Red Devils can win this season is the Europa League.

Failure to lift the trophy and secure an automatic Champions League spot next season will cost United up to £100million in lost revenue.

Qualification is worth around £60m, with an additional £20m in bonuses and prize money should they reach the last 16.

United could also earn up to £20m from gate receipts for European home games, while their kit deal with Adidas includes a £10m penalty clause for every season they are not in the Champions League.