Manchester United name Portugal’s Ruben Amorim as new manager
Al Jazeera
Amorim has signed a contract at the famous English club until June 2027, starting in his new role on November 11.
Ruben Amorim was named the new manager of Manchester United, replacing the sacked Erik ten Hag.
The 39-year-old Portuguese coach, who won two Primeira Liga titles with Sporting Lisbon, has signed a deal at Old Trafford until 2027 and will join the club on November 11.
“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 on Friday.
“He will join until June 2027 with a club option of an additional year, once he has fulfilled his obligations to his current club.”
United described Amorim as “one of the most exciting and highly rated young coaches in European football”.
