English Premier League: Manchester United confirm Portuguese Ruben Amorim as head coach
The 39-year-old will join Old Trafford on a contract until 2027 once he has fulfilled his obligations with current club Sporting Lisbon
Manchester United have named Portuguese Ruben Amorim as head coach to replace Erik ten Hag, the Premier League club said on Friday, with the club hoping one of Europe’s brightest young coaches can restore them to former glories.
The 39-year-old Amorim will join United on a contract until 2027, with a club option for an additional year, once he has fulfilled his obligations with Sporting Lisbon, a club he revived during his four-and-a-half years in charge.
“Manchester United is delighted to announce the appointment of Ruben Amorim as head coach of the men’s first team, subject to work visa requirements,” the club said on its website.
“He will join until June 2027 with a club option of an additional year, once he has fulfilled his obligations to his current club.
“Ruben is one of the most exciting and highly rated young coaches in European football,” United said.
“Highly decorated as both a player and coach, his titles include winning the Primeira Liga twice in Portugal with Sporting CP – the first of which was the club’s first title in 19 years.
