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      Why Man Utd’s dubious history of trying to gazump Man City means jury will be out on Ruben Amorim appointment

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      MANCHESTER UNITED have confirmed the appointment of Ruben Amorim as their new team boss.Amorim, 39, was announced on Friday as United’s new head coach – a first in history for the men’s team – and will takeover on November 11.Ruben Amorim is the latest Man Utd signing that was heavily linked to Man CityCredit: EPAUnited have had bad recent experiences with signing stars linked to City, including Cristiano RonaldoCredit: PAAlexis Sanchez is perhaps the worst case of a potential red herring signingCredit: Getty – ContributorThe Portuguese tactician, dubbed the Special One 2.0, had been heavily linked with a number of top clubs around Europe including Liverpool, Bayern Munich and Barcelona.It was also widely reported that Manchester City had sounded out Amorim as the potential successor to Pep Guardiola, if the Spaniard were to leave on the expiry of his contract in 2025.City had distanced themselves from those reports, but the link was only strengthened with the news of Sporting CP director Hugo Viana moving to the reigning Premier League champions next summer. A report during the Amorim-United saga suggested United CEO Omar Berrada had moved for the ex-midfielder due to his intimate knowledge of City’s operation, having previously worked at the club.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLIt means United have moved for another City transfer target in an effort to gazump them.While this new era under Ineos could have already turned the leaf and made this merely coincidental, previous United deals for City targets have not ended well.The most recent major example of this is the signing of Cristiano Ronaldo.”CR7″ made a triumphant return to Man Utd after shock transfer links emerged suggesting he was set to move to Man City.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSUnited moved swiftly to prevent a shock move of the legendary figure to their rivals, and while Ronaldo personally had a good goalscoring season, his arrival severely hindered the overall system of the team and stopped the club from moving for other, more urgently needed, targets.Ronaldo is not the only case of United moving to one-up City, only for the Red Devils to be bitten on the bottom by the deals not working out as well as hoped.Ruud van Nistelrooy hints he wants to stay at Man Utd in plea to Ruben Amorim as interim vows to ‘serve’ clubHarry Maguire and Fred were both linked with City before arriving at Old Trafford.Former academy stars for United and City respectively in Paul Pogba and Jadon Sancho had reportedly drawn from the Etihad outfit before they completed moves to the red side of Manchester. Pogba and Sancho signed for United for £89m and £73m respectively with big hopes behind them being able to lead the club to glory.However, Pogba’s time at Old Trafford did not go to plan with inconsistent performances, while Sancho had an almighty fallout with Ten Hag after a disappointing two seasons before being froze out in his third.Alexis Sanchez is arguably the biggest case of United falling foul of City transfer trickery.Then-Arsenal star Sanchez was known to be pushing for a move away from the Gunners. City were the most heavily-linked club, but like in the aforementioned cases, United made a late move for the attacker, eventually completing a swap deal that saw Henrikh Mkhitaryan go the other way.However, Sanchez bombed at Old Trafford and drained huge resources, with his financial impact working out at a staggering £505,000-a-week, and £11.9m paid for each goal scored.READ MORE SUN STORIESThe consistent red herring results could be a cause for concern given how Amorim had been linked with City in the past. However, a new era could signal a new result. Only time will tell.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. More

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      I tried following Gareth Bale’s diet to see if I could be as good as him – it didn’t quite work out for me

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      FORMER Tottenham striker Peter Crouch has recalled the time he tried following Gareth Bale’s pre-match diet.Crouch spent two years with Spurs before joining Stoke City in 2011.Peter Crouch has revealed he once copied Gareth Bale’s pre-match dietCredit: PACrouch and Bale played together at Tottenham for two yearsCredit: AP:Associated PressDuring that time he managed 45 goal contributions in 93 games and played alongside the likes of Luka Modric and Jermain Defoe.But he claims Bale stunned him more than anyone else.In a recent episode of his podcast – That Peter Crouch Podcast – the ex-striker revealed that he even started copying Bale’s pre-match meal in a bid to match his performance levels.Crouch explained: “You know, what changed for me was watching Gareth Bale.Read More on Man Utd”I’ve talked about this before, watching Gareth be the most intense runs, the most distance covered, it was ridiculous.”He was one of the most fittest players I’ve ever seen.”He’d just literally have baked beans on toast every time. And I thought, ‘what is in those beans?'”So I started doing it. I started doing baked beans on toast.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALS”I thought it must be the difference. It didn’t quite work for me!”But you know when you see other people doing different things and, certainly later on in your career, you see definitely the chefs and stuff at the training ground has changed.”I played with Frank Lampard at Chelsea and we never lost.. but I’d still rather line up alongside Steven Gerrard’Crouch was discussing pre-match meals with co-host Steve Sidwell when the topic of Bale came up.The former England star also revealed that he would usually eat chicken, pasta and boiled potatoes before a match – sometimes at 9am if he was preparing for an early kick-off.After leaving Tottenham, Crouch went on to spend eight years at Stoke before retiring at Burnley. More

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      Newcastle vs Arsenal: Get £40 in free bets and bonuses to spend with BetMGM

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      ARSENAL make the difficult trip north to face Newcastle in Saturday’s early kick off.Bookmakers BetMGM are offering brand new customers a cool £40 in free bets when you register an account and stake a tenner on the top-flight clash.Find The Sun’s betting publishing principles hereHow to claim..BetMGM £40 welcome bonusVisit the BetMGM website HERE*Select SPORTS OFFER on the websiteRegister a new account – No Promo Code necessaryOpt in for this promotion by depositing and placing at least £10 on football at odds of Evens or greaterOnce that’s settled – win or lose – your account will be credited with £40 in free betsNewcastle vs Arsenal: Get £40 in free bets — claim yours here*Not got a BetMGM account? No problem!This offer is just for you, and it’s incredibly easy to claim!Simply register a new account, deposit and stake a minimum of £10 on football at odds of Evens (1/1) or greater. This must be done within seven days of opening your account with the bookmaker.Once that’s settled – win or lose – your account will be credited with £40 in free bets!Newcastle vs Arsenal: Get £40 in free bets — claim yours here**New cust only. 7 days to opt in by placing a £10 qualifying bet at 1/1 (2.0) odds or greater to receive 4x Free Bets: 1 x £10 horse racing, 1 x £10 Bet Builder, 1 x £10 Acca and 1 x £10 football. 7 day expiry. Exclusions apply. Stake not returned. 18+. T&Cs apply.Remember to gamble responsiblyA responsible gambler is someone who:Establishes time and monetary limits before playingOnly gambles with money they can afford to loseNever chase their lossesDoesn’t gamble if they’re upset, angry, or depressedGamcare – www.gamcare.org.ukGamble Aware – www.gambleaware.orgFind our detailed guide on responsible gambling practices here.For help with a gambling problem, call the National Gambling Helpline on 0808 8020 133 or go to www.gamstop.co.uk More

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      Premier League managers’ wages revealed with new Man Utd boss Ruben Amorim earning less than Unai Emery

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      NEW Manchester United boss Ruben Amorim has become the fourth highest paid manager in the Premier League.The Red Devils confirmed today that the 39-year-old will take over from Erik ten Hag from November 11.Ruben Amorim has become the fourth highest paid boss in the leagueCredit: ReutersThe new manager is on slightly less than Erik ten HagCredit: AlamyBut Unai Emery earns more than AmorimCredit: ReutersMan Utd have triggered the £8.3million release clause in his Sporting Lisbon contract and paid an extra £900,000 to stop a 30-day period where he would have to be unemployed.Amorim has penned a deal at Old Trafford that runs until 2027 and contains an option for a further year.The boss is reportedly set to pocket £6.5m per season at Man Utd.That is slightly less than Ten Hag, who was earning £6.75m-a-year.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe Dutchman was on £9m when he first joined, but Man Utd failed to qualify for the Champions League last season and it supposedly triggered a pay cut.Manchester City’s Pep Guardiola tops the of highest paid Prem boss charts, with the six-time title winner on £20m each year.Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta takes home £10m and Aston Villa gaffer Unai Emery is third on £8m.Amorim’s £6.5m contract sees him go narrowly above Liverpool’s Arne Slot on the richlist.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSBournemouth boss Andoni Iraola is the lowest paid in the Prem, getting £1m in his pocket every season.The salaries of Brighton’s Fabian Hurzeler, Leicester’s Steve Cooper and Southampton’s Russell Martin are currently unknown. Watch Sporting Lisbon fan reveal how you’ve been pronouncing incoming Man Utd manger Ruben Amorim’s name all wrongRuben Amorim is ‘Mourinho 2.0’ who turned Sporting from ‘walking dead’ into Portuguese champs… he can revive Man UtdWHEN Ruben Amorim took charge of Sporting Lisbon in March 2020, one club official compared their situation to the “walking dead”, writes Jordan Davies.Optimism and hope was at an all-time low.But the Amorim-effect was almost instantaneous, guiding the Portuguese sleeping giants to their first league title for 19 years in 2020/21, losing just once and only conceding 20 goals.Since then, Sporting have lifted another league title in 2023/24 – as well as two League Cups – and currently sit top with nine wins from nine this term.He may be young, but Amorim already has an eye for rebuilding and revitalising fallen super powers with his infectious charisma and intense tactical philosophy that hardly ever wavers. The “walking dead” at Manchester United must be praying for a similar sort of revival.And they may just get it from one of the most talented young coaches on the continent – a man accustomed to breathing new life back into crumbling institutions such as Old Trafford.Amorim has spent the last decade dreaming of one day gracing England’s Premier League, such was his admiration for an ex-United boss in Jose Mourinho growing up.Often nicknamed ‘Mourinho 2.0’, Amorim spent a week with his coaching idol in an internship capacity at United’s Carrington training base in 2018, going on to cite him as his “reference point”.United should not be expecting a mini-Mourinho, as Amorim said himself: “Mourinho is one of a kind. There won’t be another Mourinho. Mourinho is unique.”And yet, you cannot help but compare the two.For all the mismanagement in the Old Trafford hot seats over the years, this would be a real get – finally a slap in the face United’s Prem rivals have no answer for. More

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      Newcastle vs Arsenal: Back our 22/1 Bet Builder prediction and get £50 in free bets with Betfred

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      NEWCASTLE host Arsenal in a tasty Saturday lunchtime kick-off this weekend.Our team of betting experts have selected a Bet Builder for the Premier League showdown, which Betfred have priced up at a generous 22/1.Not just that! New Betfred customers who register an account with Betfred and stake a tenner on football will receive £50 in sports free bets!Find The Sun’s betting publishing principles hereHow to claim..Betfred welcome offerVisit the Betfred website HERE*Register an account using the Promo Code: BETFRED50Deposit £10 using a Debit CardPlace your first bet of £10 or more on any qualifying Sportsbook markets, at odds of Evens or greaterOnce that bet has settled, Betfred will credit your account with £50 in Free BetsBetfred: Get your £50 in free bets – Claim here*Newcastle vs Arsenal tipsOur Bet Builder selections: Match result to be a draw, both teams to score, Bruno Guimaraes to be carded and Alexander Isak 2+ shots on target – HERE!Back our 22/1 Bet BuilderHere’s why we’ve made those selections..Draw: Generally tight games between the two, with Newcastle winning last two St James’ contests. Arsenal can’t afford to lose but crowd should be up after Toon’s midweek cup win. Tight.Both teams to score: There’s goals in both of these attacks but also goals against as things stand. Not generally a game that has BTTS in it but current circumstances mean that can change here.Bruno Guimaraes to be carded: Only two bookings to his name this season after taking the armband. But will spend a lot of game without the ball and booked in two of last four games against Gunners.Alexander Isak 2+ shots on target: Has yet to hit heights of last season so far this year but scored in back-to-back games this week and will look to impress against an Arsenal side he’s been previously strongly linked to.*New customers only. Register with BETFRED50. Deposit £10+ via Debit Card and place first bet £10+ at Evens (2.0)+ on Sports within 7 days to get 3 x £10 in Sports Free Bets & 2 x £10 in Acca Free Bets within 10 hours of settlement. 7-day expiry. Eligibility & payment exclusions apply. T&Cs apply.Remember to gamble responsiblyA responsible gambler is someone who:Establishes time and monetary limits before playingOnly gambles with money they can afford to loseNever chase their lossesDoesn’t gamble if they’re upset, angry, or depressedGamcare – www.gamcare.org.ukGamble Aware – www.gambleaware.orgFind our detailed guide on responsible gambling practices here.For help with a gambling problem, call the National Gambling Helpline on 0808 8020 133 or go to www.gamstop.co.uk More

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      Newcastle vs Arsenal prediction: Best free betting tips, odds and preview for Premier League’s early Saturday kick off

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      ARSENAL face a tricky early kick off at Newcastle on Saturday, looking to keep tabs with Manchester City and Liverpool at the top of the Premier League table.SunSport betting experts have previewed the contest and selected the best bets, tips and exclusive sign-up bonuses from our leading betting partners.Find The Sun’s betting publishing principles hereNew sign-up offersSunSport exclusivesNewcastle vs Arsenal previewIt has all the makings of a great game to kick off the Premier League weekend.Newcastle fans have endured a tough start to the campaign, with the team flailing in 12th place and one of only five sides not yet to hit double figures in goals scored.They did however book a League Cup semi final spot in midweek, knocking out a changed Chelsea side 2-0 at St James’ Park.The reintroduction of Anthony Gordon was a big boost to the Toon front three and they’ll need everyone fit and firing to get the three points here.It was an interesting meeting last time they met in the North East, with Gordon’s goal upsetting Arsenal and their supporters, who first felt the ball was out in the build-up before crying out for a foul by Joelinton before Gordon tapped home in a big Newcastle win.The Gunners come here without Riccardo Calafiori and Martin Odegaard, though it looks like Gabriel has recovered from what he appeared to suggest was a bad knee injury six days ago and will be involved if he completes training on Friday.Ben White is another set to prove his fitness in that session, though knowing Arteta he’s likely playing mind games once more. 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Full T&Cs apply.Remember to gamble responsiblyA responsible gambler is someone who:Establishes time and monetary limits before playingOnly gambles with money they can afford to loseNever chase their lossesDoesn’t gamble if they’re upset, angry, or depressedGamcare – www.gamcare.org.ukGamble Aware – www.gambleaware.orgFind our detailed guide on responsible gambling practices here.For help with a gambling problem, call the National Gambling Helpline on 0808 8020 133 or go to www.gamstop.co.uk More

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      Premier League cult hero, 37, scores stunning scissor kick volley in all-star match – and Ronaldinho loves it

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      KEVIN-PRINCE BOATENG scored a stunning scissor kick volley in front of Ronaldinho in an all-star match.The former Portsmouth star was on Ronaldinho’s team against Tim Cahill’s side in the Joga Bonito Tour match in Australia. Boateng celebrates the wondergoalCredit: GettyRonaldinho joins in on the celebrationsCredit: GettyAnd Boateng opened the scoring with a sublime volley before celebrating with Barcelona legend Ronaldinho. Ronaldinho and Boateng were joined in the exhibition match by former Chelsea midfielder Mineiro. Meanwhile Cahill’s team also featured former Aussie international Aaron Mooy and some social media stars. But his side were beaten 6-3 by Ronaldinho’s side of largely Samba stars. READ MORE IN footballBoateng became a Premier League cult hero for his time at Tottenham and Pompey – where he won the FA Cup in 2008. He also enjoyed spells at AC Milan – winning the Serie A title – and Barcelona where they won the LaLiga. More recently, Boateng was playing his football with Hertha Berlin but left in 2023 and announced his retirement soon after. Everton icon Cahill meanwhile finished his playing career in 2019 with Jamshedpur in the Indian Super League. Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSAnd Ronaldinho has endured some tough years of late, falling into debt for unpaid taxes. He was also arrested in 2020 for attempting to travel to Paraguay with his brother using fake passports. Ronaldinho’s son moves to England with influencer girlfriend as he follows in Barcelona legend’s footsteps Ronaldinho – a Champions League winner with Barca – spent a month in prison and four more months under house arrest at a hotel. The football legend and his brother were ordered to pay around £153,000 in compensation before being allowed to fly back to Brazil. More

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      ‘I did my coaching badges with Ruben Amorim, I think Man Utd have got the right man’

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      RUBEN AMORIM is the right man for the Manchester United job, says Gabby Agbonlahor.The former Aston Villa striker speaks from experience as he did his coaching badges alongside the new United boss.Ruben Amorim has been confirmed as Man Utd’s new head coachCredit: ReutersGabby Agbonlahor believes he is the right man for the jobCredit: TalksportAmorim is set for his third job in management after being confirmed as United’s first-ever head coach.And Agbonlahor believes he is the right man for the job, praising his record in Portugal.He was also left impressed by Amorim when he did his coaching badges alongside him.Agbonlahor told talkSPORT: “You could tell he was so into it in a way that he had to get his badges to start managing.READ MORE IN FOOTBALL”When you look at what he’s done since leaving Braga to Sporting Lisbon, breaking 19 years without winning a league title.”I think Manchester United have got the right man.”Amorim has been in charge of Sporting since 2020, winning two league titles and two Portuguese cups in that time.While he has put the club in a superb position this term, sitting top of the Primeira Liga table – winning every league game they’ve played and conceding just twice.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSRuben Amorim is ‘Mourinho 2.0’ who turned Sporting from ‘walking dead’ into Portuguese champs… he can revive Man UtdWHEN Ruben Amorim took charge of Sporting Lisbon in March 2020, one club official compared their situation to the “walking dead”, writes Jordan Davies.Optimism and hope was at an all-time low.But the Amorim-effect was almost instantaneous, guiding the Portuguese sleeping giants to their first league title for 19 years in 2020/21, losing just once and only conceding 20 goals.Since then, Sporting have lifted another league title in 2023/24 – as well as two League Cups – and currently sit top with nine wins from nine this term.He may be young, but Amorim already has an eye for rebuilding and revitalising fallen super powers with his infectious charisma and intense tactical philosophy that hardly ever wavers. The “walking dead” at Manchester United must be praying for a similar sort of revival.And they may just get it from one of the most talented young coaches on the continent – a man accustomed to breathing new life back into crumbling institutions such as Old Trafford.Amorim has spent the last decade dreaming of one day gracing England’s Premier League, such was his admiration for an ex-United boss in Jose Mourinho growing up.Often nicknamed ‘Mourinho 2.0’, Amorim spent a week with his coaching idol in an internship capacity at United’s Carrington training base in 2018, going on to cite him as his “reference point”.United should not be expecting a mini-Mourinho, as Amorim said himself: “Mourinho is one of a kind. There won’t be another Mourinho. Mourinho is unique.”And yet, you cannot help but compare the two.For all the mismanagement in the Old Trafford hot seats over the years, this would be a real get – finally a slap in the face United’s Prem rivals have no answer for.He has a different prospect on his hands in Manchester with United currently 11th in the league after losing more games than they have won in the league this season.However, interim boss Ruud van Nistelrooy got the Red Devils firing once again in United’s first game of the post-Ten Hag era.Van Nistelrooy makes clear his hopes to remain at Man Utd United thrashed Leicester City 5-2 in the Carabao Cup on Wednesday night to book their spot in the competition’s quarter-finals.Amorim is known for his high possession style and has always favoured a back three during his time as a manager.It can be expected that he will try and maintain that winning formula as boss of United. More