NEW DELHI: Manchester United on Friday appointed Ruben Amorim as their new head coach, succeeding Erik ten Hag who was dismissed earlier this week.
The successful Portuguese manager, aged 39, comes with impressive credentials from Sporting Lisbon, where he secured two Primeira Liga championships. His contract extends to 2027, with his official start date set for 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.
“He will join until June 2027 with a club option of an additional year, once he has fulfilled his obligations to his current club.”
The club expressed their enthusiasm about securing Amorim’s services, identifying him as ‘one of the most exciting and highly rated young coaches in European football’.
“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,” the club statement said.
Until Amorim’s arrival during the international break in November, Ruud van Nistelrooy will lead the team temporarily.
Amorim’s debut match as United manager will take place at Ipswich on November 24.
The managerial change follows Ten Hag’s dismissal on Monday after United’s 2-1 loss to West Ham, which left the team in 14th position in the Premier League, having won only three out of nine matches.
