The 2024/25 season was disastrous for United, with the team finishing 15th in the English Premier League, their lowest-ever league finish in 51 years. They also fell short in the FA Cup and Carabao Cup, and their hopes of securing silverware were dashed after a 1-0 loss to Tottenham Hotspur in the Europa League final.
While expressing disappointment in his assessment of his former team's recent campaign, Yorke stressed the urgent need for change at Old Trafford. He emphasized the importance of regaining their former glory and becoming a consistent force in English football.
"It's been a really poor season by our standards," Yorke said. "Of course, we don't like to see Manchester United in the position that they are, but it is where the club is at the moment."
Yorke warned that finishing 15th in the league indicates a significant problem that needs to be addressed. He urged the team to reflect on their performance and start building immediately.
With no European football to contend with, Manchester United will have a lighter schedule next season. They will kick off their campaign with a pre-season friendly against Leeds United on July 19th at the Friends Arena in Stockholm, Sweden.
Yorke was also clear in his warning that Manchester United are currently "way off the mark" when it comes to genuinely challenging top clubs in the Premier League.
When asked whether the current squad has the mentality to challenge England's top clubs, Yorke responded, "I don't think so. They (Manchester United) are probably not in the conversation right now."
Regarding the appointment of Ruben Amorim as the club's permanent manager, Yorke emphasized the importance of delivering results. He stated that Amorim needs to find a way to win football matches and be more consistent.
Yorke also shared his thoughts on Sunderland's return to top-flight football after their victory over Sheffield United in the play-off final. He expressed his delight for the team and emphasized the importance of getting off to a good start in the Premier League.
