New Manchester United boss Ruben Amorin has joked that he will likely be hailed as the subsequent Sir Alex Ferguson if his Sporting CP facet beat Manchester Metropolis on Tuesday.
Amorim will formally start his reign as United boss on November 11, that means he’ll oversee Sporting’s residence tie towards Metropolis within the Champions League in addition to their journey to Braga on Sunday earlier than taking the reigns at Previous Trafford.
The 39-year-old is aware of his imminent transfer means tomorrow’s conflict can have elevated eyes watching on from Manchester, however he insisted the consequence ought to have little influence on how he performs in his new function.
He stated: “The main focus is on profitable the sport for Sporting, after that, the inferences that individuals will draw from this sport aren’t essential to me as a result of they may very well be deceptive.
“If the result’s unfavorable, expectations will drop; if we win they may suppose that the brand new Alex Ferguson has arrived!
“What pursuits me is to win, an excellent farewell in Alvalade, win in Braga and begin a brand new journey in Manchester.
“What I need is to go away the followers and my gamers glad for what’s to return within the new season.”
Amorim: I can additional my profession at United
Amorim has confronted backlash from supporters in his present membership, having beforehand stated he was glad within the Portuguese capital after guiding them to 2 league titles throughout his four-year spell in cost.
On whether or not there was any a part of him that thought of staying at Sporting, he admitted: “It crosses my thoughts, [but] that’s the place I need to proceed my profession.
“I’ve selected the membership I need, there’s no room for indecision.”
Requested whether or not they’re ready for his departure, Amorim stated: “Sure. The captain stated they didn’t want the coach! They’re very mature, they perceive the sport nicely.
“It will likely be a change, however the crew is ready and has the maturity to maneuver ahead.”
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Amorim performs down West Ham talks
Amorim had been often linked with a transfer England previous to agreeing to succeed Erik ten Hag at United, having reportedly flown in for talks to take over at West Ham after David Moyes’ departure.
However the brand new Purple Devils boss insisted he was by no means near taking over the London Stadium hotseat.
He added: “Let’s get again to the identical topic. I went to England, I didn’t go to barter, I went to satisfy the proprietor, I had made my determination.
“I stayed as a result of I spoke to the president and he satisfied me to remain for an additional 12 months. In case you suppose I already wished to go away final 12 months, there’s nothing I can do about it.
“I accepted this invitation and I’ve already defined why. Now it’s time to consider tomorrow’s sport, then we’ll have time to speak about it.”
