November 10th 2024.
Ruben Amorim is about to take on a new challenge as he prepares to lead Manchester United into a new era. He is no stranger to the club, having previously worked with midfielder Manuel Ugarte at Sporting Lisbon. Amorim is excited to be reunited with Ugarte and believes that there is a lot of potential for growth within the team.
Ugarte, who joined Manchester United from Paris Saint-Germain for a hefty sum of £50m, has yet to make a significant impact on the field. However, under Amorim's guidance, he hopes to turn things around and kick-start his career in the Premier League. The two had previously worked together at Sporting Lisbon, where they won the Portuguese league title.
Despite his success at Sporting, Ugarte was later poached by PSG. However, just 12 months later, he found himself back on the market and Manchester United was quick to snatch him up. Under former boss Erik ten Hag, Ugarte struggled to find his footing, but he is hopeful that Amorim's arrival will bring about positive changes.
Amorim had nothing but praise for his former player, describing him as a "very talented boy" and expressing his joy at being reunited with him at Manchester United. In an interview with TNT Sports Mexico, Amorim also spoke highly of his experience managing Uruguayan players, stating that they are all incredible.
While Amorim's official start date is on Monday, he will lead Sporting Lisbon for the final time on Sunday against Braga. The team is currently sitting at the top of the table and has recently achieved a stunning 4-1 victory over Manchester City in the Champions League. With such a strong track record, Amorim is ready to take on the challenge of managing Manchester United.
There has been speculation that Amorim may try to bring Sporting midfielder Pedro Goncalves with him to Old Trafford. However, Amorim has denied any plans for January transfers and has stated that he will not be signing any of his current players. He also emphasized the importance of focusing on Sporting's goal of becoming champions this year.
When asked about Goncalves specifically, Amorim praised the player's skill and versatility, stating that he could play for any team in the world. While he enjoys a good personal relationship with Goncalves, Amorim understands that the player's focus must remain on Sporting for now. However, he did not rule out a potential move in the future.
Amidst all the excitement and anticipation for Amorim's arrival, Manchester United still has a game to play on Sunday against Leicester City. The team is currently in 13th place in the Premier League table and will be looking for a win before Amorim officially takes the reins. Fans can stay updated on all the latest news, exclusives, and analysis by signing up for updates on the club's website.
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