It could be the end of the Amorim era at Sporting. The 39-year-old is set to become Manchester United’s new helmsman.
“It’s a matter that hasn’t been decided. Now I have nothing to say. I don’t want to create noise because there is nothing concrete. We still don’t know the details for sure. Let’s see. It will go through my decision. When I’m sure of everything, I will say. I have always made my decisions and I will be here to make them”, the 39-year-old coach began, speaking to SportTV.
“When I have to take on something, I will take on it”
Later in a press conference, Amorim said that at the moment there is only one statement from Sporting regarding the British interest in signing him but reiterated that the “decision will pass by itself”.
“There was a statement from the club and it’s the only thing there is at the moment. There is interest from Manchester United. But it’s my choice. Until everything is decided, we won’t be creating noise. I don’t have anything useful to say .
“I’m not going to talk about my contract, it’s something between me and Sporting. All the clauses that exist in a contract, it’s the employer who puts them in and the worker who puts them in too. What I can say is that the statement says all the information that is needed”, he added.
“I explained to the players what was happening”
Sporting’s statement came on the day the team played in Alvalade for the League Cup, Rúben Amorim revealed that he explained to the players what was happening to “remove the elephant from the room”.
“There was no conversation about anything, it was just before the dead balls removed the elephant from the room. Before the statement came out, I explained to the players everything that was happening. There’s nothing more to say”, he highlighted.
“If I leave, the players will be disappointed in me. It’s part of life. I understand they’re disappointed, but I have to live with it. The important thing is to get to the end and explain everything. That’s what I’ll do”, he concluded.
Amorim has two national champion titles, both with Sporting (2020/21 and 2023/24), three League Cups (2019/20, with Sporting de Braga, 2020/21 and 2021/22 with the ‘lions’) and one Super Cup Cândido Oliveira (2021/22), also in charge of the ‘green and whites’.
The Amorim Conundrum: Manchester United or Sporting?
Ah, football—where the only certainty is uncertainty. And it seems Rúben Amorim is planting his flag firmly in this rich soil of indecision. At just 39, he’s got the kind of potential that clubs like Manchester United can’t resist, but will he jump ship? It’s like watching a kid in a sweet shop, capable of taking anything but too scared to make a choice!
“It’s a matter that hasn’t been decided. Now I have nothing to say. I don’t want to create noise because there is nothing concrete.” — Amorim, master of suspense, delivering news like it’s a Netflix series.
The ‘Decision’ Dance
In a world where managers are snatched quicker than a last-minute penalty kick, Amorim has acknowledged the suspense surrounding his love affair with Manchester United. However, his cryptic messages seem straight out of an old-fashioned spy novel. It’s all cloak and dagger until he spills the beans, which, let’s be honest, could happen anytime between now and half-time at his next game.
“There was a statement from the club and it’s the only thing there is at the moment. There is interest from Manchester United. But it’s my choice.” — And that choice seems to be making everyone else sweat! But isn’t that the managerial equivalent of dangling a carrot? Or maybe it’s more like a controlling relationship.
About That Elephant in the Room…
We’ve all been there—something big hangs over us, and the last thing we want is to address it. Yet, there’s our Rúben, marching into the locker room carrying the proverbial ‘elephant’ like it’s a trophy he’s just won. Kudos to him for chatting with the players and keeping the tea spilling to a minimum.
“I explained to the players what was happening to ‘remove the elephant from the room’. Before the statement came out, I explained to the players everything that was happening.” — Nothing like a little pre-emptive strike to keep the drama on the pitch and out of the changing room!
And let’s talk about those players! Can you imagine hearing your coach might leave for Manchester United while you’re trying to focus on defeating your weekend opponents? Talk about putting a dent in your confidence! But Amorim seems to take the inevitable disappointment in stride. He’s basically saying, “Hey, lads, my career decisions might hurt your feelings—welcome to football!”
The Glorious Resume
It’s not all whispers and elephants, of course. Rúben Amorim’s track record speaks for itself. With two national championship titles under his belt (2020/21 and 2023/24) and a smattering of League Cups—three to be exact—he’s proven he knows how to win. Throw in a Super Cup, and you’ve got yourself a coach who knows the way to glory.
So, what’s the takeaway? Whether Amorim stays and reigns as the king of Alvalade or heads to Old Trafford for a new adventure, one thing’s for sure: the football world is ready for the next episode in this gripping saga.
It appears we may be witnessing the concluding chapter of the Rúben Amorim era at Sporting Clube de Portugal, as the ambitious 39-year-old manager is reportedly in line to take the helm at Manchester United, a club steeped in rich footballing history.
“It’s a matter that hasn’t been decided. Now I have nothing to say. I don’t want to create noise because there is nothing concrete. We still don’t know the details for sure. Let’s see. It will go through my decision. When I’m sure of everything, I will say. I have always made my decisions and I will be here to make them,” the promising coach stated during an interview with SportTV.
“When I have to take on something, I will take on it”
In a subsequent press conference, Amorim clarified the current situation, noting that only one official statement from Sporting had addressed Manchester United’s interest in his services but emphasized that ultimately, “the decision will pass by itself.”
“There was a statement from the club and it’s the only thing there is at the moment. There is interest from Manchester United. But it’s my choice. Until everything is decided, we won’t be creating noise. I don’t have anything useful to say,” he explained.
“I’m not going to talk about my contract; it’s something between me and Sporting. All the clauses that exist in a contract, it’s the employer who puts them in, and the worker who puts them in too. What I can say is that the statement says all the information that is needed,” he further elaborated.
“I explained to the players what was happening”
As Sporting took to the pitch in Estádio José Alvalade for the League Cup, Rúben Amorim took the opportunity to communicate directly with his players, assuring them he would address the swirling rumors and “remove the elephant from the room.”
“There was no conversation about anything, it was just before the dead balls removed the elephant from the room. Before the statement came out, I explained to the players everything that was happening. There’s nothing more to say,” he emphasized.
“If I leave, the players will be disappointed in me. It’s part of life. I understand they’re disappointed, but I have to live with it. The important thing is to get to the end and explain everything. That’s what I’ll do,” he concluded, displaying a sense of responsibility toward his team amidst the uncertainty.
Amorim’s notable achievements include securing two Primeira Liga titles with Sporting in the 2020/21 and 2023/24 seasons, along with three League Cups—two with Sporting and one with his former club, Sporting de Braga. Additionally, he claimed the Super Cup Cândido Oliveira with the ‘green and whites’ during the 2021/22 season, showcasing his expertise in steering teams to success at various competitive levels.
