Manchester United has finalized an agreement with Sporting Lisbon to appoint 39-year-old Ruben Amorim as the club’s new head coach. His tenure is set to begin after the November international break.
According to The Athletic, United’s leadership team, including Chief Executive Omar Berrada and Sporting Director Dan Ashworth, traveled to Lisbon to finalize terms with Sporting. Amorim’s release comes with conditions; he will remain at Sporting to oversee three crucial matches before moving to Old Trafford.
United has agreed to pay an additional €1 million to expedite his notice period, while Sporting has demanded around €5 million to allow some of Amorim’s key staff members to join him in the Premier League.
Amorim expressed his desire for a smooth exit from Sporting, where he has built a strong bond with the fans after leading the team to two league titles. United reportedly agreed to these terms, acknowledging Amorim’s commitment to the club.
Amorim will stay with Sporting for their next three games, including against Manchester City and Braga, before taking charge of United away at Ipswich Town on November 24.
Interim Manager Ruud van Nistelrooy has led the team to victory over Leicester City in the Carabao Cup and is expected to lead United for their upcoming matches until Amorim’s arrival.
Amorim’s coaching style emphasizes tactical flexibility, high possession, and a solid defensive foundation. Under his leadership, Sporting has excelled both offensively and defensively.
Amorim’s dedication to youth development is another quality that excites United. He has promoted young talents like Goncalo Inacio and Matheus Nunes into Sporting’s first team and improved player performance.
Amorim’s tenure at United will begin after the club’s away match against Ipswich Town on November 24, followed by his first home fixture against Everton in December.
