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      Ruben Amorim warned he will have to ditch his favoured 3-4-3 formation when he joins ‘unbalanced’ Man Utd

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      DANNY MURPHY has urged Ruben Amorim to shelve his favourite formation – because Manchester United don’t have the players to make it work. The new Red Devils boss will take up his role at Old Trafford on November 11. Ruben Amorim has based his success in Portugal on a 3-4-3 formationCredit: PADanny Murphy is not convinced the same system will work with Man Utd’s current cropCredit: Getty – ContributorAmorim has made his name in Portugal playing an expansive 3-4-3 system with Sporting Lisbon.The formation has proved a huge success, helping the 39-year-old win two top-flight titles.But Match of the Day pundit Murphy believes United are too “imbalanced” to make it work.The former Liverpool midfielder told The Daily Mail that United’s current squad “lacks athleticism and confidence.”READ MORE ON FOOTBALLHe added that Amorim’s “high energy approach and flying wing backs carry big risks in the Premier League.”And Murphy believes the Red Devils’ lack of pace at the back is an accident waiting to happen.He claimed: “The central defenders don’t have the pace to compensate for a lack of numbers in midfield.”The last team to win the Premier League playing a similar 3-4-3 system to Amorim’s was Antonio Conte’s Chelsea in 2017.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSMurphy is not convinced that the Portuguese manager will be playing his preferred way “a year from now.”The ex-England midfielder also claimed Bruno Fernandes could be pushed out should Amorim look to play an “athletic midfield pairing.”Amorim confirmed by Man Utd but it’s a huge gamble and delay to start is bizarreMurphy touted Kobbie Mainoo and Manuel Ugarte as a midfield duo, with the latter playing under Amorim for Sporting.Man Utd fans will have to wait until late this month to see how Amorim chooses to set up his team. The 39-year-old takes charge for the first time against Ipswich Town on November 24. Ruben Amorim leaves Sporting on a highBy Charlie WyettRUBEN AMORIM would have preferred to leave Lisbon in a blaze of glory after winning a third Primeira Liga title.Yet football does not work like that. And in what was surely his final game before taking charge of Manchester United, Amorim prepared to say his goodbyes at a half-empty Estadio Jose Alvalade in a League Cup quarter-final against Nacional.Sporting won 3-1 thanks to  second-half goals by captain  Morten Hjulmand and Viktor Gyokeres, who scored two.Luis Esteves pulled back for Madeira-based Nacional.The stadium  will be a good deal more lively on Tuesday when Manchester City are here for  a Champions League match — although Amorim should by then have his feet firmly under his desk at Old Trafford.Liverpool and Aston Villa were both interested in Europe’s most sought-after coach. Even City could have been a possible destination post-Pep Guardiola.Yet the United job is one Amorim, 39,  could not turn  down — even if not everyone saw it that way at Sporting last night.There is clearly a huge split in the Portuguese club’s fan base over their coach leaving at this stage of the season with many believing he should have seen the job through.Yet Amorim, along with the three-man coaching team who are expected to follow him, leaves a club in a much better state than when he arrived here in 2020.Inside the stadium, there was applause — albeit muted — when his name was read out before the game along with the line-ups.And there did not appear to be any jeers when Amorim shuffled out from the tunnel awkwardly towards the dugout.So, while his departure is hard to take for some, none of the fans will forget his legacy.This is a club which is back as the dominant force in Portugal. Even this term, Sporting have won their first nine league games, scoring 30 goals and conceding just two.They are also eighth in the Champions League table, which is one hell of an effort.In contrast, Lisbon was not exactly hit by League Cup fever last night.Amorim made lots of changes, which saw Sporting’s star man Gyokeres, the former Coventry striker, start on the bench.There was, however, a first appearance in six weeks for former Tottenham winger Marcus Edwards. He is certainly one player who has been transformed by Amorim since arriving at the club from Vitoria in 2022 and will be sorry to see the coach leave.While he changed his team, Amorim stuck with his tried and trusted formation of a back three.It will certainly be something Manchester United’s fans will have to get used to over the  coming months.But looking at the Premier League table, none of them will be complaining about the change.He was officially unveiled by the club on Friday, just four days after the Red Devils sacked Erik ten Hag. A Man Utd statement read: “Ruben is one of the most exciting and highly rated young coaches in European football.”Highly decorated as both a player and coach, his titles include winning the Primeira Liga twice in Portugal with Sporting CP; the first of which was the club’s first title in 19 years.” More

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      Tottenham 4 Aston Villa 1: Spurs close in on top four after incredible second-half turnaround in major blow to visitors

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      NO wonder Ange Postecoglou had no worries about shotshy Dominic Solanke.His £65million star striker had not had an effort on target for SIX matches before this game.Tottenham came from behind to clinch an impressive win over Aston VillaCredit: ReutersMorgan Rogers tucked home from close range after Spurs made a mess of a cornerCredit: RexBrennan Johnson levelled shortly after the breakCredit: ReutersDominic Solanke put Spurs in front with a superb dink and netted his second four minutes laterCredit: RexSpurs ran riot in the second half to claim a deserved winSolanke enjoyed a superb afternoon at the Tottenham Hotspur StadiumAnd then he beats the best goalkeeper in the world, twice, to complete Spurs’ latest turnaround.It backed up just why his manager said his forward’s toothless run “did not matter” in the lead up to this game – and why Postecoglou’s belief in Solanke was so unshakeable.Spurs had conceded first in a home Premier League game for the TWELFTH time in 2024 when Morgan Rogers exposed some poor set-piece defending in the first half.That was unsurprisingly more than any other side, but just like they did against Brentford and West Ham in the last two games, Postecoglou’s men turned it around.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLBrennan Johnson got the ball rolling by finishing off an exquisite cross from Son Heung-min, who then looked stunned and angry to be subbed before the hour.The controversial change was vindicated though as Spurs ran out winners to ruin Unai Emery’s 53rd birthday, thanks to party-pooper Solanke.His first strike against Emi Martinez – this week voted the world’s best goalkeeper for the second year running at the Ballon D’Or awards – was a clever dink; the second a tap-in.It delivered, along with James Maddison’s delicious free-kick in injury time, Spurs’ ninth win in their last 11 games in all competitions, lifting them up to seventh and to within two points of the top four.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSRogers now has three Premier League goals this seasonCredit: RexYou never would have seen it coming at half-time though.Savvy Villa had frustrated their hosts by slowing the game down and reducing them to lame long shots, mainly from Rodrigo Bentancur.Chelsea fans LOVE Eden Hazard’s reaction as Blues legend is pranked by barber with Tottenham shirtThen when Spurs showed a vulnerability when defending set-pieces – as was a regular occurrence last season – Emery’s men pounced.Rogers was Johnny on the spot when Guglielmo Vicario had been forced to parry away a goalbound header from his own defender Pedro Porro, firing home inside the six-yard box.It was only the second goal conceded from set-pieces by Postecoglou’s side this season – the other being the one that lost them September’s North London derby.But it will have done nothing to put off future opponents from sensing blood with Vicario in future.Boos rang out at half-time from the home fans at their side’s display, which would have been punished further had Ollie Watkins not dragged a shot wide just before the break.Postecoglou would have been well within his rights to give them the hairdryer treatment at the break to up the ante.Solanke bagged his second just four minutes after his openerCredit: RexWhatever he did, Spurs came out for the second half a new team and within four minutes were on level terms.Captain Son, back after a two-game absence with a hamstring issue, sent in a delicious cross that Johnson converted at the back post.It was the Welshman’s first goal in five games after a red-hot streak of seven in seven for club and country.Then came a moment you do not see too often as Son showed as near to dissenting anger towards his own manager as the mild-mannered South Korean is capable of.Stunned when his number came up on 56 minutes, Son stood on the pitch with a ‘What, me?’ expression on his face.Postecoglou waved his arm in ‘Yes you, you’re coming off’ motion and though the pair looked to have a civil exchange as Son trudged off, the 32-year-old’s frustration was obvious.It was even more obvious when the cameras seemed to pick him saying ‘Why?’ along with an F-bomb after miserably taking his seat on the bench.James Maddison added a fourth with a lovely free-kick in stoppage timeCredit: GettySpurs were then forced into another change when Cristian Romero, who had taken the armband from Son, injured himself when flying into a dangerous tackle on Rogers, for which he got booked.It left Spurs without their first-choice centre-back pairing, with the watching Micky van de Ven already out injured.But from there the hosts took control, with Solanke taking centre-stage.Ben Davies, on from Romero, won a 50-50 to spark an attack which saw Kulusevski slip in Solanke who cleverly dinked the ball over Martinez.Five minutes later he had a second, as Sarr latched onto Torres’ lax pass, fed Richarlison who teed up Solanke to tap home.READ MORE SUN STORIESIt was a brilliant, rapid-fire double to kill off the game, with the only downside was Richarlison injured himself when providing the assist and was forced off.Birthday-boy Emery’s day was made even more miserable when sub Maddison sent a beautiful free-kick curling into the far corner during ten minutes of stoppage time. 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      Bizarre moment man dressed as Elsa from Frozen sings Let It Go karaoke on pitch during FA Cup first-round clash

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      THIS is the bizarre moment a brave footie fan sang Let it Go in front of 2,765 fans at half-time of Wycombe’s 3-2 FA Cup win over York City.And the groom-to-be belted the Disney karaoke tune while dressed as Princess Elsa from 2013 film Frozen. A football fan offered half-time entertainment during Wycombe’s 3-2 FA Cup win over York CityCredit: XThe brave supporter sang Let It Go in front of the crowd as part of his stag doThe hardy soul was the half-time entertainment at Adams Park during the first-round fixture and gave a hilarious performance.What he lacked in talent he made up for in grit, giving it all his energy as part of his stag do, as his giggling mates filmed on the sidelines.And while footage doesn’t show many singing along, the vocalist has attracted support on social media.  One user wrote on X: “This is peak British culture.”READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSA second said: “This is marvellous. Him and his mates will be telling this story for decades to come.”While another wrote: “Stitched up right there. He didn’t get off lightly 😂.”Another replied: “The magic of the FA Cup.”A fifth added: “What bet or forfeit did he lose?”Most read in FA CupFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSLuke Leahy scored twice and Gideon Kodua added another as they saw off National League high-flyers York City.The Minstermen are top of the fifth tier and are looking to break back into the Football League in their ninth season of exile.Steven Gerrard mercilessly BOOED by Al-Ettifaq fans after losing local derby with Liverpool legend on brink of sackThe fun continued as Wycombe currently sit second in the League One table. Matt Bloomfield’s side are targeting a return to the Championship for the first time since the 2020-21 season.Luke Leahy scored his third goal of the season More

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      Brendan Rodgers stacks it on touchline and then gets BOOKED for embarrassing moment as Celtic boss admits ‘that’s poor’

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      CELTIC boss Brendan Rodgers has been left red-faced after taking a hilarious tumble on the touchline. The Northern Irishman watched his side dismantle Aberdeen 6-0 in Saturday’s Scottish League Cup semi-final. Brendan Rodgers was booked after hammering a ball back into play at Hamden ParkCredit: X @PremSportsTVThe 51-year-old took a tumble as the rain lashed down in GlasgowCredit: X @PremSportsTVRodgers kicked the ball away despite his team leading 3-0Credit: ReutersReferee Kevin Clancy laughed as he booked the Celtic managerCredit: GettyRodgers was all smiles after his team raced into a three-goal lead at a soggy Hamden Park.But his glee quickly turned to embarrassment as he stacked it in the pouring Glasgow rain. The 51-year-old took a wild swipe at the ball as it dribbled in front of the dugouts in first-half stoppage time.Rodgers bizarrely smashed the ball back into play, despite Celtic’s comfortable 3-0 lead.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLHe flew into the air and crashed back to the floor, prompting huge cheers from both sets of fans.Unfortunately for Rodgers, he was swiftly booked by laughing referee Kevin Clancy for kicking the ball away. Following the game, Rodgers was shown the clip by Premier Sports and laughed: “That’s poor!”It was just the game. I wanted us to play that fraction quicker.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALS”Even though we were comfortable in the game at 3-0, it’s still the performance I’m looking for.”But listen, I deserved the yellow card.”Celtic 6 Aberdeen 0- Sunsport’s Robert Martin reports from Premier Sports Cup semi-final at HampdenCameron Carter-Vickers, Kyogo Furuhashi and Daizen Maeda all bagged for the Bhoys before the break.Maeda would go on to seal a hat-trick in the rout, with Nicolas-Gerrit Kuhn also on the scoresheet.Celtic will face either Rangers or Motherwell in the final. Rodgers added: “We have to manage this group through every game.”It was up to us to decide the game and the players did that. They were brilliant today. “We were more aggressive in the second half.”Celtic are into the Scottish League Cup final for the 37th timeCredit: Alamy More

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      Man Utd vs Chelsea LIVE SCORE: Hojlund leads line as Van Nistelrooy looks to continue strong start – updates

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      MANCHESTER UNITED take on Chelsea in a huge Premier League clash at Old Trafford.Ruud van Nistelrooy will continue his reign as interim boss despite the appointment of Ruben Amorim earlier this week.The Portuguese coach will begin his new role as Man United head coach during the November international break.Chelsea have enjoyed a strong start to life under Enzo Maresca with the Blues losing only to Liverpool and Manchester City after nine Premier League games.Kick off time: 4.30pm GMTTV channel: Sky Sports Main EventLive stream: NOW/Sky Sports appMan Utd team: Onana, Dalot, De Ligt, Mazraoui, Martinez, Casemiro, Ugarte, Rashford, Garnacho, Fernandes, HojlundChelsea team: Sanchez, Gusto, James, Fofana, Colwill, Lavia, Caicedo, Palmer, Neto, Madueke, JacksonFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSFollow our live blog below…A chance to go 3rdThe final whistle has just blown at the Tottenham Hotspur stadium, and it was a 4-1 in favour of the hosts, who beat down Aston Villa. However, that makes the Premier League table even more interesting, as it gives Chelsea a chance to go 3RD if they can beat Man Utd away from home. The current Premier League top 7 after Spurs beat Aston VillaCopy linkCopiedA bit of extra motivationCole Palmer seems to love playing against Manchester United.A Manchester boy, it seems to make perfect sense. Last season, he sent Stamford Bridge into bedlam with a hat-trick, including goals in the 109th and 110th minute to take home three points against the Red Devils. In fact, he apparently was a boyhood Manchester United fan, so make of the below picture what you will…Cole Palmer was a boyhood Manchester United fanCopy linkCopiedTwo in a row for Reece?Any Chelsea fan, or consistent watcher of The Blues will tell you that if he could stay fit then Reece James would be one of the finest full-backs in world football. Unfortunately for him, and for fans of him and Chelsea, he seems to be made of glass. Every time he returns from injury it seems to be a matter of one or two games before he’s injured again. That said, he played a full 90 minutes against Newcastle and if he can do so again today then Chelsea fans can start to get excited again.Copy linkCopiedA tough one for Chelsea This has been a tough fixture in recent seasons for Chelsea.In fact that doesn’t quite do it justice.Manchester United are unbeaten in their last 11 home league games against Chelsea (W5 D6).Chelsea haven’t won at Old Trafford since a Juan Mata goal saw them win in 2013…Bruno Fernandes has proved a thorn in the side of Chelsea in recent yearsCredit: PACopy linkCopiedEyes on Rasmus Hojlund Ruben Amorim’s arrival will be a big boost for a lot of players, but perhaps none more than Rasmus Hojlund. It has been incredible to see the development of Viktor Gyokeres at Sporting under the Portuguese boss, which has seen him heavily linked with the Red Devils in recent days. But it would sure save Man Utd a whole heap of cash if Ruben Amorim can start seeing a similar pathway with Hojlund. Undoubtedly, the Dane has got the talent to become one of the most prolific strikers in the league – but we have yet to see the best of him. All eyes will be on him today against a Chelsea defence which has been inconsistent at time this season. Copy linkCopiedChelsea’s line upThis is how the Blues line up, with Reece James looking to complete his second full 90 in a row.Chelsea’s starting XI away to Man UtdCopy linkCopiedMan Utd starting XI This is how Man Utd line up at home against ChelseaMan Utd’s starting XICopy linkCopiedA new role for ColeCole Palmer is one of the finest players in world football at the moment, and part of what makes him so good is his versatility. We usually see him playing just inside the right channel, but Enzo Maresca made a clever change in their last Premier League game against Newcastle to get a bit more out of his main man. Palmer actually drifted over to the left side, where he combined really well with Pedro Neto, allowing Malo Gusto to burst down the right and link-up with Noni Madueke. We saw this come into full effect for Nicolas Jackson’s goal, where Palmer played one of the passes of the season into Pedro Neto, who cut it back for the Senegalese striker to finish. He then also slammed home the winner for The Blues, beating Nick Pope at his near post again from the left hand side. Cole Palmer moved out to the left against NewcastleCopy linkCopiedNew manager bounceA term we have gotten used to hearing of late, Chelsea probably feel disappointed that Erik ten Hag was sacked right before they played Man Utd. Typically, a team feels rejuvenated when their manager is sacked, and the new boss brings fresh ideas and life to a team. That seems to be the case at Man Utd right now, as they smashed in five goals against Leicester City in the Carabao Cup in Ruud van Nistelrooy’s first game in charge. The question is, will it be enough to beat Enzo Maresca’s Chelsea?Copy linkCopiedGood afternoon and welcome to Man Utd vs Chelsea!Enzo Maresca’s Blues have made a fine start to the season, and a win today will take them into fourth place as it stands, just ahead of Nottingham Forest. Chelsea are looking to bounce back from a Carabao Cup exit against Nottingham Forest, in which they started a heavily rotated XI. They are visiting Ruud van Nistelrooy’s Manchester United, who may look to continue their ‘new manager bounce’ since sacking Erik ten Hag. Incoming boss Ruben Amorim will no doubt be watching the game from Portugal, as he prepares to take over one of the biggest and toughest jobs in world football. This has been a tough fixture for Chelsea in recent years, with Cole Palmer saving the day for them against Man Utd last season – smashing in a FOUR goal haul.Kick-off takes place at 4:30pmCredit: ReutersCopy linkCopied More

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      Inter Miami left stunned after MLS Cup play-off defeat despite blunder from Premier League cult hero gifting them goal

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      INTER MIAMI were left stunned as they lost in their MLS Cup play-off second leg.That is despite being gifted a goal following an absolute howler from a Premier League cult hero.Brad Guzman suffered a nightmare mistake in goal for Atlanta United against Inter MiamiCredit: Apple tvHe messed up his clearance to gift away a goalCredit: Apple tvDavid Martinez capitalised in styleCredit: Apple tvFormer Aston Villa goalkeeper Brad Guzan suffered the nightmare five minutes before half-time.There appeared to be no danger when the veteran 40-year-old had the ball safely in his hands in the Atlanta United penalty area. However, as he went to clear upfield, he got himself into a right pickle, dropping the ball and falling on the floor.Replays showed Federico Redondo dummied to interrupt the clearance – but crucially feinted and did not actually attempt to make a block which would have resulted in a free-kick.READ MORE ON INTER MIAMIInstead, Redondo gratefully accepted the loose ball at his feet and played a simple pass to David Martinez.And the defender showed the composure of his team-mate Lionel Messi to delicately chip the ball over the Atlanta defenders into the empty net to break the deadlock. Guzan immediately complained to the referee but his protests fell on deaf ears as the goal was allowed to stand. Ironically, Guzan had been hailed as playing like “prime Buffon” in the first leg.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSThe American made nine saves and even made a tackle on Messi 30 yards out from his goal. But despite his shocking blunder on Saturday, Guzan had the last laugh.Watch moment raging Lionel Messi ‘calls referee -mean-spirited son of a b****’ in furious rant after Inter Miami drawDerrick Williams equalised just before the hour mark for Atlanta before Xande Silva grabbed a winner deep into injury time at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium.That secured the 2-1 victory for Atlanta – balancing out the 2-1 Inter Miami win in the first leg last Saturday.But rather than go to extra-time and then penalties if needed, instead a third leg will take place in Florida next weekend to determine who will progress to the MLS Cup Conference semi-finals – with the winner facing Orlando City or Charlotte FC. David Beckham’s club will host the all-important deciding third leg because they finished top of the Eastern Conference – whereas Atlanta were bottom of the nine-team division. Lionel Messi benefitted from the appalling blunderCredit: GettyGuzan’s complaints were ignored by the refereeCredit: Apple TVMartínez, right, could not believe his luckCredit: GettyXande Silva rifled home a dramatic late winner for Atlanta UnitedCredit: EPASilva’s whipped his shirt off in celebrationCredit: EPAGuzan got the last laugh as Atlanta recorded the famous 2-1 winCredit: EPAMessi’s side will now play a third leg next weekend in their MLS Cup play-offCredit: EPAThe Argentine has not scored in either of the games so farCredit: Getty More

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      Son Heung-min in X-rated meltdown on Tottenham bench after being left visibly shocked by Postecoglou subbing him off

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      SON HEUNG-MIN was left furious after being substituted early in the second half during Tottenham’s clash with Aston Villa.The Spurs captain, 32, returned from injury on Sunday after two weeks on the sideline.Son Heung-min was surprised he had been taken offCredit: GettyHe did embrace manager Ange Postecoglou when he made his way off the pitchCredit: ReutersBut he was visibly furious as he sat down on the benchCredit: Sky SportsHe could be seen saying some X-rated words while watching the gameAnd it was his superb cross which provided the equaliser for Brennan Johnson.But just six minutes later manager Ange Postecoglou replaced him with Richarlison.Son looked stunned as he realised it was his number being shown by the fourth official.He trudged off and acknowledged Postecoglou as he made his way towards the bench.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLBut the South Korean forward then appeared to swear and kick off when he eventually sat down to watch the remainder of the match.Reacting to the moment, one fan said: “Fans are as surprised as him.”Another added: “He couldn’t believe it.”A third replied: “Bro was in the mood 😂.”Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSMorgan Rogers also seemed annoyed to be coming offCredit: Sky SportsWhile a fourth responded: “Looks so surprised.”Villa forward Morgan Rogers also appeared surprised as he was also taken off in the second half by boss Unai Emery.Chelsea fans LOVE Eden Hazard’s reaction as Blues legend is pranked by barber with Tottenham shirtRogers scored the opening goal of the game and was not happy to be substituted with the scores level.Meanwhile, Postecoglou was proven right with taking Son off as Spurs ended up winning 3-1 thanks to a late brace from Dominic Solanke. More

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      Viktor Gyokeres ‘REJECTS Man Utd as red-hot striker believes Ruben Amorim only positive aspect of chaos club’

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      VIKTOR GYOKERES does not want to follow Ruben Amorim to Manchester United, according to reports.The former Coventry and Brighton striker, 26, has been in red-hot form for Sporting.Viktor Gyokeres has been in red-hot form for SportingCredit: RexRuben Amorim will begin work at Man Utd on November 11Credit: GettyAfter Amorim was confirmed as Erik ten Hag’s Old Trafford successor, it was speculated that he could attempt to raid Sporting for Gyokeres next summer.According to Portuguese outlet Record, however, Gyokeres is not keen on the idea.They claim that he has “turned his nose up” at the prospect of joining Man Utd.It’s then added that Gyokeres believes that Amorim’s presence would be the only positive aspect of moving to Old Trafford.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe striker joined Sporting from Coventry for around £20million in the summer of 2023.He immediately took to life in Portugal, and has been in outrageous form this season.Gyokeres has scored 16 goals in just 10 league appearances this term.The Swede has also bagged Champions League goals against Lille and Strum Graz.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSGyokeres scored four times as Sporting routed Estrela Amadora 5-1 in their first match since Amorim’s upcoming exit was confirmed.The new United boss will remain with the Portuguese side until beginning work at Old Trafford on November 11.Watch as Sporting CP’s fans jeer at new Manchester United Manager Rúben AmorimAfter the game, Gyokeres was asked about the prospect of joining Amorim in Manchester.He said: “I don’t know, I’m here. I really like being here, it’s not something I think about.”I’m enjoying it here.”Three Sporting stars Amorim could swoop for after joining Man UtdRUBEN AMORIM has ruled out poaching any of his Sporting Lisbon players in the January transfer window.But the Portuguese side’s chiefs expect Amorim will come calling in the summer – with his cheque book wide open.Here’s are three Sporting starts United could swoop for… but they won’t come cheap:VIKTOR GYOKERESAge: 26Position: StrikerCost: £84millionSwede has shone since joining Sporting last summer from Coventry — catching the eye of all Europe’s top clubs.Hit 43 goals in 50 games last season and boasts 18 strikes already this term.GONCALO INACIOAge: 23Position: DefenderCost: £50millionBall-playing centre-back was handed his debut by Amorim and has since become a key figure in Sporting’s recent title successes.Can also slot in at left-back if required and has 12 caps for Portugal.MORTEN HJULMANDAge: 25Position: MidfieldCost: £40millionDane is one of the top holding midfielders in Portugal — and made skipper by Amorim.He could be the man to replace Casemiro. More