Manchester United are in discussions with Sporting Lisbon to bring in head coach Ruben Amorim following the dismissal of Erik ten Hag. The club made the decision to part ways with Ten Hag after a defeat at West Ham left them in 14th place. Amorim, aged 39, is highly regarded in Europe and was previously considered for the Liverpool role in the summer.
Amorim has achieved significant success with Sporting, securing their first league title in nearly two decades in 2021 and repeating the feat last season. This season, Sporting remains unbeaten, leading Liga Portugal with nine consecutive wins. Manchester United are reportedly prepared to pay the release clause necessary to acquire Amorim’s services.
In the interim, former Manchester United striker Ruud van Nistelrooy has stepped in as caretaker manager. The club expressed gratitude to Ten Hag for his contributions and wished him well for the future. Ten Hag, who served as manager for two and a half years, was informed of the decision on Monday morning.
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Manchester United working on deal to appoint Ruben Amorim as head coach. ready to pay €10m release clause + in talks with SportingCP to finalise.
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Meanwhile, Luton Town FC has issued a statement condemning racist abuse directed at Elijah Adebayo, and Tranmere Rovers FC’s owner has hinted at a potential takeover involving A$AP Rocky.
What Other Media Are Saying
- BBC Sport article discusses Manchester United’s talks with Sporting manager Ruben Amorim to replace Erik ten Hag, emphasizing financial considerations and Amorim’s coaching achievements.(read more)
- Telegraph Football reports Erik ten Hag’s sacking from Manchester United, citing poor management and failed signings, with Ruben Amorim in talks for his replacement.(read more)
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Why did Manchester United dismiss Erik ten Hag?
Manchester United dismissed Erik ten Hag after a defeat at West Ham left them in 14th place.
Who is Manchester United considering as their new head coach?
Manchester United is in discussions with Sporting Lisbon to bring in head coach Ruben Amorim.
What achievements has Ruben Amorim had with Sporting Lisbon?
Ruben Amorim led Sporting to their first league title in nearly two decades in 2021 and repeated it last season.
Who is managing Manchester United temporarily?
Former Manchester United striker Ruud van Nistelrooy has stepped in as caretaker manager.
What off-field incident did Luton Town FC recently address?
Luton Town FC condemned racist abuse directed at their player Elijah Adebayo.
