Manchester United have appointed Ruben Amorim as their new head coach.
The Portuguese boss joins from Sporting Lisbon on a contract until 2027 and replaces Erik ten Hag who was sacked earlier this week. Ruud van Nistelrooy will remain in interim charge until Amorim starts work at Old Trafford a week on Monday. His first game will be the Premier League clash with Ipswich on Sunday the 24th November.
The 39-year-old will start work with the Red Devils on Monday 11 November having overseen the Portuguese champions' three remaining matches before the international break. United, who confirmed Ruud van Nistelrooy will continue as interim manager until Amorim's arrival, said: "Manchester United is delighted to announce the appointment of Ruben Amorim as head coach of the men's first team, subject to work visa requirements.
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