Ruben Amorim is Not Naive, His Job in Manchester United is Tough

JAKARTA - New Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim said that he is under no illusions about the difficulty of the task he will face when taking over the reins at Old Trafford. However, he is looking forward to the challenge.

"I feel ready for the new challenge. I am not naive, I know it will be very different, very difficult. "

I feel calm now. I can focus on the new job and look forward to starting tomorrow," Amorim said after leading Sporting CP's last match against Braga on November 11, 2024.

Amorim is considered one of the brightest young managers in Europe. Manchester United then became interested after sacking Erik ten Hag at the end of last month.

The 39-year-old coach was given a contract until June 2027. He was actually officially starting his duties at Old Trafford on November 11, 2024.

However, his first match with Manchester United will start after the international break against Ipswich Town in the Premier League on November 24, 2024.

However, Amorim's arrival in Manchester will be later than the original schedule on November 11, 2024. A source told ESPN that he is still constrained by a visa.

Until confirmation of the document problem is complete, Amorim cannot start his official duties, including supervising training sessions.

"I know it will be difficult to repeat what I have elsewhere. However, there are other places with different exposure and pressure."

"This is a fantastic adventure. I apologize for this mid-season decision, but I feel this is my time and my way," said Amorim, who has won the Primeira Liga twice with Sporting.

Manchester United are 13th in the league with 15 points from 11 games.

They are four points adrift of third-placed Chelsea. Caretaker manager Ruud van Nistelrooy has guided the team to three wins and one draw in all competitions since Erik ten Hag was sacked on October 28, 2024.