What's happened
Rúben Amorim will officially start as Manchester United's head coach on Monday, following Ruud van Nistelrooy's unbeaten interim tenure. Amorim's first match is scheduled for November 24 against Ipswich, pending the approval of his work visa, which is still in process.
Why it matters
What the papers say
According to Simon Peach in The Independent, Amorim's contract with United begins on Monday, but he cannot officially start until his work visa is approved. Jamie Jackson from The Guardian notes that while the visa is expected soon, Amorim's duties will be limited until players return from international duty. Richard Jolly highlights that United paid €11 million in compensation to Sporting for Amorim, indicating the club's commitment to his leadership. The transition from Van Nistelrooy, who ended his interim period unbeaten, adds pressure on Amorim to maintain momentum.
How we got here
Amorim was appointed as Erik ten Hag's permanent successor on November 1, 2024, after Ten Hag's dismissal. He led Sporting Lisbon until November 10, 2024, before transitioning to Manchester United.
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