In a significant development in Manchester United’s managerial search, Sporting CP manager Ruben Amorim appears set for a move to Old Trafford, though final details remain under negotiation. The Portuguese tactician has reportedly expressed his desire to join the Premier League giants, who are prepared to activate his €10 million release clause.
The transition, however, faces some complexities. Sporting CP is seeking additional compensation of approximately €5 million, particularly concerning Amorim’s contractual 30-day notice period and his wish to bring three key staff members: Carlos Fernandez, Adelio Candido, and goalkeeping coach Tiago Vital.
The revelation of Amorim’s relatively modest release clause has sparked discussion among Sporting supporters. While the club had instituted a €30 million clause for domestic rivals and what was thought to be a €20 million clause for international clubs, the actual €10 million figure for “big clubs” has caught many by surprise.
The situation has created an interesting dynamic in Portugal, where Sporting CP appears determined to maintain a strong negotiating position despite the inevitable departure of their successful manager. The club’s handling of recent press conferences, allowing multiple questions about Amorim’s future, suggests a calculated approach to the negotiations.
Should the move materialize, it would mark a significant shift in Manchester United’s technical structure, potentially affecting the role of current technical advisor Rood van Nistelrooy, whose future at the club remains uncertain amid the prospective arrival of Amorim and his coaching team.
The Portuguese manager’s imminent move to Manchester United represents one of the most significant managerial appointments in recent Premier League history, with both clubs now working to finalize terms that satisfy all parties involved.
[Note: This article represents the reported situation as presented in the source material, though as with all developing stories, details may evolve as events unfold.]