Ruben Amorim makes first Man United promise as back-up plan 'emerges'
manchestereveningnews.co.ukManchester United's search for a new manager is now over after a quick and precise appointment of Ruben Amorim. Sporting's 39-year-old head coach will join the Reds on Monday, November 11, the day after he is in the dugout for the final time as the Lisbon club's manager.
Ineos knew exactly who they wanted to succeed Erik ten Hag after announcing his departure on Monday. Sir Jim Ratcliffe and co.
completed the negotiations within a week and, in the meantime, Ruud van Nistelrooy is holding the fort down. In our latest look at the media headlines, MEN Sport has delved deeper into what other outlets have been saying regarding Amorim's appointment. READ MORE: Ineos believe Amorim appointment is crucial to evolution READ MORE: Amorim's backroom staff make-up as timescale emerges According to The Independent, the Barcelona legend was not convinced by the contract offered to him by the Reds.
United offered Xavi a deal until the end of the season when it reportedly seemed that Amorim may not be able to join until the summer.
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