Rúben Amorim, the head coach of Sporting, has addressed the speculation surrounding his potential move to Manchester United, stating that the decision ultimately rests with him. Amorim acknowledged the interest from the Premier League club and mentioned the existence of a release clause in his contract. However, he emphasized that until he makes a definitive choice, there is little point in discussing the matter further. "I have not made any decision yet, so it’s not worth talking about it," he remarked. Amorim indicated that he would provide clarity on his situation when there is something more concrete to share. He expressed his expectation to remain in Lisbon for the upcoming match between Manchester United and Chelsea, but when asked about his future, he could only laugh and say, "I don't know." As the situation develops, fans and pundits alike will be watching closely to see what direction Amorim chooses to take.

Sporting CP has officially acknowledged that Manchester United has approached them regarding their head coach, Rúben Amorim. In a statement released to the Securities Market Commission (CMVM) in Lisbon on Tuesday, the club confirmed that the Premier League side has shown interest in hiring the 39-year-old manager and is willing to activate his release clause, set at €10 million (£8.3 million). Earlier in the day, Manchester United's chances of securing Amorim improved as Sporting reached an agreement with João Pereira, the reserve team coach, to step in as head coach if Amorim departs.

Taking the Manchester United managerial position would be a significant gamble for Rúben Amorim. The Sporting manager is highly regarded, but he faces the daunting challenge of rebuilding a disjointed squad and addressing deep-rooted cultural issues within the club. Interestingly, there hasn't been a recent instance of Manchester United outmaneuvering Manchester City to secure a Portuguese manager in his 30s, which turned out to be a costly mistake. Amorim had been linked with a potential move to City next summer, especially with the appointment of Hugo Viana as the new director of football, succeeding Txiki Begiristain, which hinted at a possible transition in management should Pep Guardiola choose to step down. However, following the dismissal of Erik ten Hag, Amorim has now emerged as the top candidate to take over at Manchester United. The task ahead is formidable, as he would need to navigate the complexities of a club in need of significant transformation.

Thomas Frank has emerged as a leading candidate to take over as Manchester United's manager following the dismissal of Erik ten Hag. The Dutchman was sacked on Monday after a disappointing defeat to West Ham. Frank, the current manager of Brentford, was previously considered a potential replacement for Ten Hag during a turbulent period last season when the Dutchman faced scrutiny. Sir Jim Ratcliffe's Ineos-led football department had interviewed several candidates at that time. As the search for a new manager begins, Frank's name is once again at the forefront of discussions regarding the future of Manchester United.