Manchester United star Cristiano Ronaldo reportedly recommended that the club target Sporting CP manager Ruben Amorim for the role of permanent manager.
The Red Devils are on the lookout for a new permanent manager with Ajax coach Erik ten Hag reportedly set to be confirmed, as per Stretty News.
But according to Portuguese transfer expert Pedro Almeida, Ronaldo put forward Amorim's name as a candidate for the United managerial role.
Amorim has overseen a huge turnaround at the José Alvalade Stadium. He was appointed manager back in March 2020.
The Primeira Liga outfit have encountered financial difficulties over the years. But Amorim masterminded their first league title in 19 years in just his second year at the club.
He holds the Primeira Liga record as the fastest manager to win 50 games. He also guided Sporting through to the knockout stages of the UEFA Champions League for the first time in 13 years this season. They eventually bowed out of the competition, losing to Manchester City 5-0 on aggregate.
The 36-year-old played with Ronaldo during their time together in the Portuguese national team.
He has earned plaudits for his playing style and quick transformation of Sporting. It now seems Ronaldo had put his name in the mix for the next Manchester United managerial job.
Cristiano Ronaldo to become a key part of Manchester United behind the scenes
The 37-year-old forward has spurred Manchester United's blushes on numerous occasions this season. It is clear that the Portuguese still wants to contribute to this somewhat broken United side.
Whoever takes over as permanent manager in the summer would be remiss to disregard the knowledge and experience he possesses.
He boasts three Premier League titles among his long list of achievements. He could be a huge part of the set-up if given the opportunity to work closely with the coaching team.
He perhaps doesn't fit the profile of the player that potential incoming manager Erik Ten Hag desires. However, the Dutchman could use his knowledge of the Premier League to great effect.
On the field, however, Ronaldo may be afforded less game time, having seen current interim manager Ralf Rangnick already leave the forward out of some games.
The former Juventus forward may have to accept alternating with an incoming striker with Edinson Cavani likely to depart, according to Fabrizio Romano.
United will certainly target a new striker in the summer, as confirmed by Rangnick. He told reporters when asked if Manchester United would target a new striker (via 90min):
"This is obvious, Edinson's contract is running out in the summer, and the club needs the best possible centre forward. This is an obvious one. I think everyone is aware of that."
But again, a new striker could flourish if taken under Ronaldo's wing. The Portuguese star may find himself in a new role come next season bordering on going into coaching.
mayblmnru
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this is much better than the overhyped candidates we've hearing about when Cr7 came nobody knew nothing about him till he became the world best player
Jeremycamp
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I mean he's not bad just look as his titles and look at his position in the league
fizbizzie
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ronaldo is only looking out for himself, he knows this coach will play him even if he does not perform.
Kkrexuke
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nope. cant keep on flip flopping without doing checks and studies on the candidates. Ten haag for the manager, van persie for the assistant manager.
NegBodLamier
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Huh is it because he figures he would get his way with that manager? Just saying I know you fanboys takes offense for everything CR7 related😎
cehbeioprt
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some of these top players are taking up space in the team they are holding back quality playing time from the young players these big name old players 🍞 🍞 is properly buttered it's like they don't have this great club at heart they only care about playing time even when their not performing.
Hey Pal,let me remind you of something;"if it weren't for CR7's goals we could be in Position 12 right now..get your facts right pal... CR7 might be old yess,but be is better than Rashford who just runs around like a headless chicken, CR7 is better than Martial..Cavani is Better than Both Rushy and Martial
Lovebug2
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some of these top players are taking up space in the team they are holding back quality playing time from the young players these big name old players 🍞 🍞 is properly buttered it's like they don't have this great club at heart they only care about playing time even when their not performing.
very true. you are a united fan .
Lovebug2
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Is he serious? his job is to kick the ball and not choose coaches and players
yatdnprtu
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fake news by AF
Yukbcenp
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some of these top players are taking up space in the team they are holding back quality playing time from the young players these big name old players 🍞 🍞 is properly buttered it's like they don't have this great club at heart they only care about playing time even when their not performing.
cumackosyz
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The lies starts again by Af
fatbikorst
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He is a next mourniho. His work rate is amazing. if he appointed he will conquer pl for sure
Zetbklnpu
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please Oga CR7 we respected you and your advice but we're not going for it sir ten hag is the way forward thanks
butux2020
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even when Barcelona appointed xavi some people call it a joke. now xavi have turn the club around and turn it to nightmare to the opposition team.
butux2020
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absolutely correct. the sporting coach is good. us just that some will think because it relates to cr7 it It is a No. but the coach is good considering his achievement at sporting.
jezabdnpyz
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Only 3️⃣6️⃣ Year Old❓‼️ Don't Think So. Not Every Portugal Manager Turns Out To Be The Special One.
neelambamnia
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Cr 7 need a coach to control and who is this coach we don't need him, we some young players in the team and get rid of cr 7, Maguire Pogba and who is just lacking these player's are lazy spiteful and useless.
this man just said Ronaldo is useless and lazy. this shows his mental status right now
Official_Baldwin
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he wants to coach the coach that's y😂😂
Official_Baldwin
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he's just looking for a way to coach the manager 😂😂😂 bullshit
Wick247
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Cr 7 need a coach to control and who is this coach we don't need him, we some young players in the team and get rid of cr 7, Maguire Pogba and who is just lacking these player's are lazy spiteful and useless.
united don't deserve ronaldo, stfu, without him you'll be in top 10, stop supporting utd
Smarquezc
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I personally thank CR7 for everything, but right now we need something else. I like the idea of Ten Hag, and his playing style like Pep and Barça. I hope we get Ten hag for next Seasons and give him complete control on the transfer window, we need to get rid off a bunch of players. Lets Go United!❤️
wecelmno
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Cr 7 need a coach to control and who is this coach we don't need him, we some young players in the team and get rid of cr 7, Maguire Pogba and who is just lacking these player's are lazy spiteful and useless.
cr7 is lazy???!! there is a meme below think it is applicable on u too
Yukbcenp
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Cr 7 need a coach to control and who is this coach we don't need him, we some young players in the team and get rid of cr 7, Maguire Pogba and who is just lacking these player's are lazy spiteful and useless.
Koucepsz
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Heheheeeee use ur brain well before speaking trash about because this say app said some time back Zidane to be appointed as man united next coach after Ole and later own they app said he asked man united to appoint Spain national team coach.
On1Plug
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He’s trying turn United into Wolves
Chito237
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Amorim to Man United will be worse the the Maguire transfer
Stevegibsonmartins
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veminu
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What a joke Ruben Amorim to man -u 🤣🤣🤣