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2024 - 10 - 29

Will Rúben Amorim Be the New Sir Alex Ferguson for Manchester United?

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Rúben Amorim is the frontrunner to become Manchester United's next manager—more drama and suspense than a Netflix series! Will he restore glory to Old Trafford?

In a football world ripe with drama and uncertainty, Manchester United is reportedly making waves in the managerial realm by seeking to hire the famed Portuguese coach Rúben Amorim. After sacking Erik ten Hag amidst an underwhelming season, the Red Devils appear to be on the fast track to finalize a deal with Amorim ahead of their looming clash with Chelsea. Let's face it: United’s quest for stability reads more like a gripping saga—one where the stakes are high, and everyone is waiting impatiently for the next twist in the story!

Amorim, currently at Sporting CP, has made quite a name for himself as one of Europe's brightest young managers. At just 39 years old, he has garnered attention for his tactical acumen and ability to nurture young talent. While his success at Sporting is commendable—leading the team to a Primeira Liga title—taking on the Manchester United hotseat could be tantamount to juggling flaming swords blindfolded. The charismatic coach may have the skills, but can he bend the chaotic culture of Old Trafford to his will?

As the talks progress, the pressure mounts! Fans are buzzing—is Amorim the knight in shining armor they’ve been waiting for? His proactive playing style, which emphasizes possession and aggressive pressing, represents a fresh departure from the more conservative approaches seen in the past. Establishing a winning mentality and cohesive team spirit in a squad that appears incoherent at times is no small task. But hey, if anyone can breathe life back into Manchester United’s glory days, it could just be this daring Portuguese tactician!

While the footballing world watches with bated breath, Amorim's path to becoming the next manager isn’t without pressure—from fans, from the board, and from history itself. Could he be the new Sir Alex Ferguson, rewriting the club's fate? As a fun fact, Amorim’s pragmatic approach mirrors the legendary coach’s philosophy of values like hard work and discipline—let’s hope he doesn’t get sidetracked by the talk of a ‘second manager’ like the infamous Ole Gunnar Solskjaer! And speaking of quotes, here's an intriguing one: "Football is played with the head. Your feet are just the tools." - Rúben Amorim

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Man United hope to hire Rúben Amorim for Chelsea clash - sources ... (ESPN)

Man United are hoping to finalise a deal with Rúben Amorim to become the club's new manager in time for the Sporting CP coach to take charge of Sunday's ...

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Manchester United reportedly in Ruben Amorim talks after Erik ten ... (The Straits Times)

The 39-year-old Sporting Lisbon manager is considered one of Europe's leading young coaches. Read more at straitstimes.com.

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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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Portuguese coach Ruben Amorim set for Manchester United job ... (The Business Times)

MANCHESTER United are holding talks with Portuguese coach Ruben Amorim to become their new manager after sacking Erik Ten Hag on Monday, according to ...

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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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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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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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Amorim set to be new Man Utd boss as Sporting confirm interest (The Straits Times)

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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Ruben Amorim: Sporting boss could be in position at Man Utd in ... (Sky Sports)

Man Utd in advanced talks with Sporting over appointing Ruben Amorim as Erik ten Hags successor after Dutchman sacked; Sporting tell Portuguese stock ...

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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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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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Amorim set to be new Manchester United boss as Sporting confirm ... (The Straits Times)

Amorim led Sporting to the Primeira Liga title in 2021, ending a 19-year league title drought. Read more at straitstimes.com.

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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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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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Six Man Utd players who could benefit from Ruben Amorim being ... (Teamtalk.com)

Ruben Amorim looks set to take over as Manchester United manager and his arrival will have a big impact on a lot of the players.

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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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Manchester United target Ruben Amorim: Portugal's next superstar ... (The Straits Times)

Everything about Amorim suggests he could be something special, just as Jose Mourinho famously claimed he himself was in 2004.

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

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

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Ruben Amorim: Sporting CP manager insists 'nothing is decided ... (Eurosport.com)

Ruben Amorim insists "nothing is decided" as speculation intensifies about him taking over as Manchester United manager.

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Manchester United target Ruben Amorim says “future hasn't been ... (Sportstar)

Sporting Lisbon coach Ruben Amorim said on Tuesday his future “hasn't been decided yet” amid interest from Manchester United.

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