Manchester United is reportedly on the verge of appointing Ruben Amorim as their new manager following the dismissal of Erik ten Hag.
The Premier League club is currently in discussions with Sporting Lisbon to finalize the deal, and progress has been swift.
Interim manager Ruud van Nistelrooy is set to lead the team for just one match, having stepped in temporarily after Ten Hag’s sacking on Monday.
Sources indicate that Amorim could be at the helm for United’s next Premier League clash against Chelsea this Sunday, a crucial match as the team looks to turn around its disappointing season.
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According to the Times, Manchester United plans to send three officials to Lisbon today to expedite an agreement with Amorim right after Sporting’s match.
The club is eager to have Amorim in place before the high-stakes showdown against Chelsea at Old Trafford.
This season has been a rocky one for the Red Devils, who currently sit in 14th place in the Premier League table.
Under Ten Hag, the team managed only three wins, two draws, and four defeats, leading to mounting pressure and ultimately his dismissal.
Amorim, 38, has garnered attention for his impressive work at Sporting Lisbon, where he has established a reputation for developing young talent and implementing an attractive style of play.
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His potential appointment marks a significant shift for Manchester United, as the club seeks a new direction to restore its competitive edge.
As the clock ticks down to Sunday’s match, the football world will be watching closely to see if Amorim’s arrival can reinvigorate a team that has struggled to find its form.
