Ruben Amorim: Top Ten Things About New Manchester United Coach

Manchester United have appointed Ruben Amorim as the permanent replacement for the sacked Erik ten Hag.

Ruben Amorim, whose appointment was confirmed earlier today, November 1, is expected to leave his current club, Sporting Lisbon, for Manchester United after the November international break.

Below are the top ten things you need to know about new Manchester United coach, Ruben Amorim

1. Amorim began his managerial career with Braga’s B team before rising to the first team.

2. He was considered by top clubs like Liverpool and Barcelona before joining Sporting.

3. Sporting paid a club record €10 million to secure Ruben Amorim from Braga in 2020.

4. Amorim led Sporting CP to two Portuguese league titles, ending a 19-year title drought.

5. He favours a 3-4-3 formation, emphasizing high pressing and proactive possession football.

6. His teams are known for their adaptability, switching between aggressive pressing and a compact defensive structure.

7. Under his leadership, Sporting set a league record with a 32-game unbeaten streak during his first full season.

8. Aggressive Off-Ball Play: His teams are recognized for their intensity without the ball, employing varied pressing traps.

9. He received a score of 66/100 for coaching skills from analysts.

10. Manchester United captain, Bruno Fernandes has publicly endorsed Amorim, noting the positive impact on team performance since his arrival at Sporting.