Man Utd's Ruben Amorim statement in full, with reasons for new appointment verified.
Ruben Amorim has officially been appointed as Erik ten Hag's successor at Manchester United, however he has a brief wait until he can take charge of his new club. Manchester United has confirmed Ruben Amorim's selection as their next head coach, hailing him as one of Europe's most dynamic and highly regarded coaches.
Amorim immediately emerged as the leading candidate to succeed Erik ten Hag, who was fired on Monday. Ten Hag paid the pay for United's poor start to the season, which saw them win only four games across all competitions.
Meanwhile, his replacement is yet to lose a league game as Sporting Lisbon's manager this season.
His replacement, meanwhile, is yet to lose a league game as Sporting Lisbon manager this season. They presently lead the Primeira Liga, having won the league last season.
United sent a delegation to Lisbon on Monday to begin discussions with Sporting about activating Amorim's release clause. The Red Devils will spend £8.3 million to bring the 39-year-old to Old Trafford, and the club has confirmed that he will take over as head coach on November 11. "Manchester United is pleased to announce the appointment of Ruben Amorim as Head Coach of the Men's First Team, subject to work visa restrictions. He will join till June 2027, with a club option for an extra year after fulfilling his responsibilities with his present club.
"Ruben is one of the most dynamic and well-regarded young coaches in European sport. He is a highly renowned player and coach, having won the Primeira Liga twice with Sporting CP, the first being the club's first trophy in 19 years. Ruud van Nistelrooy will continue to lead the team until Ruben joins.
Ruud van Nistelrooy will serve as temporary manager until Amorim takes over formally. He still has three games remaining as Sporting manager, against Estrela da Amadora, Manchester City, and Braga.
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