After the Manchester club fired manager Erik ten Hag earlier today, it is believed that negotiations are still going on between the two parties.
One of the most sought-after young managers in Europe, Amorim, 39, was apparently considered to succeed Jurgen Klopp as Liverpool’s manager during the summer.
According to News, United is willing to fulfill their obligation to pay the Portuguese coach’s release clause.
Amorim earned his second league championship with Sporting last season after leading the team to their first in 19 years in 2021.
With nine wins out of nine possibilities, his team leads Liga Portugal and is undefeated thus far this season.
With the team mired in 14th place following a dismal start to the season, United seems to be acting swiftly to try to select a replacement for Ten Hag.
Ten Hag has been temporarily replaced by Ruud van Nistelrooy, a former Red Devils striker who is now an assistant coach.
