• Rubén Amorim will take charge of Manchester United on November 11 after his confirmation on Friday
• He is expected to take the 20-time English champions back to the top after years of underperformance.
• Former Red Devils winger Nani wished his compatriot the best as he prepares to take on the big job.

Ruben Amorim was confirmed as Manchester United manager on Friday afternoon, days after the sacking of Erik ten Hag.

Sporting CP will begin their new role on November 11, with their first match coming against Ipswich Town on November 24.

Former Manchester United winger Nani watched Amorim’s Sporting on Friday and shared some thoughts on his compatriot.

Man United have had a poor start to the season domestically and in Europe. After nine games, they sit 14th in the Premier League with just three wins.

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They have also not won a game in Europe and Amorim will be tasked with making an instant impact at Old Trafford.

Nani backs Amorim to succeed at Man United

Nani played for Estrela da Amadora against Sporting de Amorim on Friday, but suffered a tough 5-1 defeat with Viktor Gyokeres scoring four goals.

The two shared a brief moment on the pitch. Nani, who spent eight years at Old Trafford, believes he can do well in England.

“All I can say is good luck,” Nani told Sport TV via The mirror. “He has done an excellent job at Sporting and I hope he can do the same at United, which is a great club, one of the best in the world.”

“I think he’s in a great place. He will have the opportunity, with excellent players, to give a strong response, since he has all the conditions to do so.”

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Amorim has coached Sporting since 2020 and won two First League securities. Fans will be hoping the 39-year-old can lead them to their first league title since 2013.

Guardiola receives Amorim

Pep Guardiola praised Rubén Amorim upon his appointment, calling him a top-level coach, as YEN.com.gh previously reported.

Guardiola’s city ​​of manchester They have faced Amorim’s team several times and will face each other again on Tuesday in the Champions League.

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