Amorim

2024 - 10 - 29

Is it Game Over? Ruben Amorim's Bid to Manage Man Utd!

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Could Sporting's Ruben Amorim be the next Red Devil? Catch the latest on the coaching drama that could shake the Premier League!

In a thrilling twist in the world of football, Manchester United is reportedly in talks with Sporting CP's charismatic manager, Ruben Amorim, to become the club's next head coach after the departure of Erik ten Hag. The 39-year-old Amorim has been turning heads with his impressive coaching skills and his ability to develop young talent. As the Premier League giants seek to turn their fortunes around, the footballing world is abuzz with speculation about the potential influence Amorim could have on the Red Devils' future.

The stakes are undeniably high for Amorim should he decide to take on the challenge at Old Trafford. Taking over a club with a rich history like Manchester United means stepping into a pressure cooker of expectations and scrutiny. Known for his analytical approach and keen tactical sense, Amorim has already made waves in the league, but managing the culturally diverse and somewhat eccentric squad at United poses a different kind of adventure. While there are whispers that Manchester City may not be chasing Amorim, this actually leaves a clear pathway for United to secure their man.

As talks advance, there’s another subplot to this saga—a range of other candidates in the mix. Alongside Amorim, names like Edin Terzic and Ole Gunnar Solskjaer have popped up in discussions, creating a sense of urgency in the hunt for the next coach. Media outlets have speculated that United aims for a speedy resolution in hopes of having a new figure guiding the team by the season's end, igniting hope for a much-needed revival.

Despite existing challenges, many pundits believe that Amorim could bring fresh energy and vision to the club, revitalizing both the squad and the fans alike. The Portuguese manager's reputation for fostering a strong team ethos and his tactical flexibility could be what the iconic Old Trafford needs. Coaching at Manchester United could very well set the stage for Amorim to cement his legacy, or it may be the ultimate rollercoaster ride of his career. Either way, we'll be watching closely!

Interestingly, Amorim’s coaching career took off right after he hung up his boots in 2015. Starting at the youth level, he quickly ascended to lead Braga, who lauded his emphasis on attacking play. And here’s a fun furphy: Sporting CP appointed Amorim at barely 35, making him one of the youngest managers in top-flight football, proving that age is just a number when it comes to outstanding talent!

As for Manchester United, they have a storied legacy of managerial hires that any new boss would seek to emulate. From Sir Alex Ferguson’s legendary 26-year reign to the more turbulent periods following his departure, the right leadership can make or break a club that has become a staple not just in English football, but around the globe. Will Amorim rise to the occasion, or could it just be another managerial pitfall in United's recent history? Time will tell!

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Ruben Amorim: Sporting boss would relish Man Utd chance after ... (Sky Sports)

Man Utd approach Sporting over appointing head coach Ruben Amorim as their new boss; talks ongoing over making the 39-year-old Erik ten Hags successor after ...

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Man City rule out top Man Utd candidate Rúben Amorim - source ... (ESPN Australia)

Manchester City are not planning on getting involved in the pursuit for Rúben Amorim, a source has told ESPN, leaving Manchester United with a clear run as ...

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Taking Manchester United job would be an enormous risk for Rúben ... (The Guardian)

Club's preferred candidate has a stellar reputation but rebuilding incoherent squad and culture at Old Trafford is an almighty task.

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Who is Ruben Amorim, Manchester United's top target ... (Sportstar)

Sportstar looks at Ruben Amorim's coaching philosophy and playing style as he is reported to become the next Manchester United manager.

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Ruben Amorim: Is Sporting manager right for Manchester United? (BBC News)

Manchester United have held talks about appointing Ruben Amorim as the club's new manager. BBC Sport take a closer look at the Portuguese.

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Manchester United working on Ruben Amorim deal, Edin Terzic and ... (Eurosport.com)

Manchester United want Ruben Amorim, Edin Terzic is also in the frame, as is Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, and Erik ten Hag wants a serious payoff.

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Man Utd manager news LIVE: Ruben Amorim talks advanced after ... (The Independent)

Manchester United manager news LIVE: Ruben Amorim talks advanced with debut eyed after Erik ten Hag sacked · Sporting CP coach is set to give his answer as Man ...

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Rúben Amorim: Sporting confirm Man United interest in coach - ESPN (ESPN Australia)

Man United's bid to hire Sporting coach Rúben Amorim has moved closer with the Portuguese club informing the country's financial regulator of the Premier ...

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Sporting open way for Amorim to take charge of United (The North West Star)

Manchester United are ready to make Ruben Amorim their new head coach after telling Sporting Lisbon they will...

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Amorim set to be new Man Utd boss as Sporting confirm interest (Reuters)

Ruben Amorim is set to become the next manager of Manchester United with the Premier League club prepared to pay Sporting the 10 million euros ($10.79 ...

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Sporting confirm Manchester United interest in appointing Ruben ... (Sky News)

Amorim led Sporting to their first league title in 19 years in 2021 and repeated the achievement with the Lisbon club last season.

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Analysis: Why Ruben Amorim has become a coach in demand (Premier League)

The Coaches' Voice looks at the man who is being hotly tipped in the media to replace Erik ten Hag at Man Utd.

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Ruben Amorim: The Manchester United target who has interested ... (Optus Sport)

The Sporting Lisbon boss is in contention to replace Erik ten Hag, who was sacked on Monday after leading the Old Trafford club to one of their worst starts of ...

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The new 'special one'? Utd close in on NextGen coaching superstar (NEWS.com.au)

Twenty years ago it was Jose Mourinho. Now it is Ruben Amorim who appears set to move from Portugal to the Premier League with a reputation as Europe's next ...

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Manchester United nearing Amorim appointment after $16m ... (Optus Sport)

Sporting Lisbon have confirmed receiving an approach from Manchester United for head coach Ruben Amorim and said the Premier League club are willing to pay ...

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Sporting's Rúben Amorim set to be confirmed as new Manchester ... (The Guardian)

Rúben Amorim is poised to be confirmed as Manchester United's manager after Sporting said the Premier League club were ready to pay his release clause of ...

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Man Utd make official move for Ruben Amorim! Sporting CP confirm ... (Goal.com)

Sporting CP have confirmed that Manchester United want to pay Ruben Amorim's €10m (£8m/$11m) release clause to appoint him as their new manager.

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The new 'special one'? Utd close in on NextGen coaching superstar (The Advertiser)

Twenty years ago it was Jose Mourinho. Now it is Ruben Amorim who appears set to move from Portugal to the Premier League with a reputation as Europe's next ...

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Why Man Utd want Ruben Amorim: The 'poet' who had an internship ... (Goal.com)

Sporting CP manager Ruben Amorim has been on the radar of Europe's top clubs for some time and looks set to land the toughest job of them all - Manchester ...

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Amorim addresses Manchester United speculation as Guardiola ... (Optus Sport)

His current fans appeared to farewell him during their latest match. By Optus Sport. 29th Oct 2024, 03:55 PM.

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Ruben Amorim says 'no decision has been made' on Manchester ... (The Athletic)

Ruben Amorim says “no decision has been made” on his future as Manchester United step up their bid to make him their new head coach.

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