Amorim Reveals When the 'Man United Soap Opera' Will Finally End
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| Ruben Amorim will reportedly soon become Manchester United coach (Photo: REUTERS/Borut Zivulovic) |
Rumors surrounding Ruben Amorim’s possible move to manage Manchester United are still swirling, but the Sporting CP coach has finally hinted that clarity on his future is close. Amorim has reportedly become the leading candidate for the job after Manchester United recently parted ways with Erik ten Hag. Sources close to the situation say that he believes the club may be ready to pay the €10 million release clause to bring the 39-year-old to Old Trafford from Sporting CP.
For all the noise, Amorim for now stays put at Sporting CP as he prepares to captain his team in a Portuguese league game against Estrela Amadora this coming Friday night, 1st November 2024. But for those who have been following every twist in this saga, Amorim assures that the wait is almost over. He shared that he plans to provide an official statement after the match on Friday, potentially ending the speculation for good.
Amorim Reveals When the 'Man United Soap Opera' Will Finally End
For now, the rein has been passed to Ruud van Nistelrooy at Manchester United, confirmed as caretaker manager. Former United striker himself, Van Nistelrooy will be in charge of Bruno Fernandes and Co. for the coming three games. Rumors suggest that if Amorim does join, his role at United would start after the international break in November, with a possible debut match against Ipswich Town on November 24.
For United, finding the right manager is crucial in establishing a sense of direction after Ten Hag’s exit. Securing a person with the proven track record of Amorim could be a game-changer for the club, considering what he has been able to do at Sporting CP with his sharp tactical mind and mentality of winning.
He is considered an energetic coach with quite adaptable tactics, according to the strength point of his players in Portuguese football.
However, this process hasn’t been straightforward. Negotiations between two major clubs are complex, especially when it involves a coach as valued as Amorim. Sporting CP will want to retain him, given his contributions to their recent successes, and the €10 million release clause reflects the value they place on his leadership.
If Amorim does make the jump to United, the timing will be crucial. Starting right after the November international break could give him a bit of breathing room to settle in and make some quick adjustments before the busy season picks up again. His rumored first match against Ipswich Town on November 24 could serve as an early opportunity to showcase his vision for the team and get his new squad on board with his tactical style.
His work at Sporting has been watched by clubs far beyond Portugal. Now, with Manchester United in transition, they finally seemed to be searching for a boss who can build a tad of 'team' and some style of play; Amorim seems to get many of those boxes ticked.
It is not an easy time at United, but at the same time, it is full of potential. So far, the club has had a fit-and-start beginning into the season, and there are those who feel a new broom is what is required to bring some sort of stability back to the den that is Old Trafford. For now, Van Nistelrooy will be keeping shop, but all await Amorim's final word.
If he does agree to take on the role, Amorim’s arrival could mark a transformative moment for Manchester United. His emphasis on adaptability, teamwork, and discipline might be the perfect antidote to United’s recent struggles, providing a new sense of direction and energy. After weeks of speculation and constant media buzz, fans may finally get the clarity they've been craving following Friday’s announcement.
For now, the focus shifts to Friday’s game, after which Amorim is expected to break the silence and set the record straight.
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