According to Bangla Cricket Live, Manchester United has set its sights on a promising new managerial target—Rúben Amorim, the 39-year-old head coach of Sporting CP. Amorim has rapidly gained recognition across Europe and is now considered a prime candidate to succeed either Pep Guardiola at Manchester City or Erik ten Hag at Manchester United. Just a season ago, he was even rumored to be Jürgen Klopp’s potential successor at Liverpool.

With Guardiola’s close associate Txiki Begiristain stepping down as City’s sporting director, speculation around Guardiola’s future has intensified. Although Guardiola’s current contract expires in the summer of 2025 and he has expressed no urgency in making decisions, the uncertainty has triggered discussions about a possible successor. At the same time, Amorim has insisted he is fully focused on Sporting CP. Nonetheless, the growing links between him and Manchester’s two powerhouses are drawing attention across the football world.

Bangla Cricket Live has learned that Manchester United is now exploring the opportunity to make the first move. UK media report that the club has already conducted an in-depth review of Amorim’s coaching profile. Notably, his contract includes a release clause that becomes active in the summer of 2025. Amorim has made it clear that he intends to stay with Sporting at least through the end of the current season. A mid-season departure, especially in the winter window, is not on his agenda.

When recently asked whether he’s prepared to coach a club of Manchester City’s stature, Amorim humbly declined. He reiterated his commitment to Sporting CP, emphasizing that the team is growing stronger and now carries more responsibility. In response to rumors linking him with City, Amorim replied with gratitude but remained grounded, saying he focuses only on the things within his control—a mindset that has won him respect across Europe.

Meanwhile, Manchester United is preparing to face Fenerbahçe in the UEFA Europa League, a clash that brings added intrigue as it marks another managerial face-off involving José Mourinho. The last time United played Fenerbahçe, it was under Mourinho’s leadership. Of that squad, only Marcus Rashford and Luke Shaw remain at the club.

All signs point to a turning point at Old Trafford. The decision to pursue Amorim could reshape United’s long-term strategy. As the old saying goes, “A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step.” Bangla Cricket Live believes that United must tread carefully as they plan for the future—because the next move could define the next chapter of the club’s legacy.