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      ‘We’re probably gonna see him in a Man Utd shirt because of his special connection with Ruben Amorim’

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      RUBEN AMORIM will bring Viktor Gyokeres to Manchester United because of his “special connection” with the striker, according to Dimitar Berbatov.Sporting Lisbon boss Amorim, 39, will arrive at Old Trafford on November 11 as Erik ten Hag’s successor.Ruben Amorim is being linked with bringing Sporting Lisbon players to Manchester UnitedCredit: ReutersViktor Gyokeres has been sensational since arriving in PortugalCredit: GettyEx-Man Utd striker Dimitar Berbatov believes Amorim will bring Gyokeres to Old TraffordCredit: Sky SportsEx-Coventry striker Gyokeres, 26, has been thriving under Amorim, scoring 43 goals in 50 games last season.He has continued that form at the start of the new campaign, bagging 20 in just 16 matches.Amorim has already ruled out signing Gyokeres in January, despite Man Utd having scored just nine goals in 10 Premier League games.He said: “I’m not going to get any players from Sporting in January.READ MORE ON MAN UTD”Gyokeres costs €100million and it’s very difficult.”However, former Red Devils striker Berbatov, 43, believes the relationship between Amorim and Gyokeres will see the Swedish forward eventually sign for Man Utd.Speaking on Sky Sports, he said: “This guy, Viktor Gyokeres, he’s scoring goals for fun right now.”So I think there’s a special connection with the coach, so maybe we are probably going to see him in a United shirt at some point.”Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSViktor Gyokeres’ career statsClub appearances: 296Club goals: 139International caps: 24International goals: 10Honours: Swedish second division, Primeira LigaWhen asked whether he would be happy with the Gyokeres transfer, Berbatov added: “From what he’s showing right now, I think yes.”Our strikers at the moment are not doing and producing goals, like we see with them 18th in the league for scoring goals, which is embarrassing for a club of the stature of United.New Man Utd manager Ruben Amorim in awkward interview with reporter “This is a position that I’d like to see improvement.”Gyokeres, who is being linked with a move to Barcelona, has already addressed rumours of him joining Amorim in Manchester.He said: “Going with Amorim to Man Utd? I don’t know, I’m here. I really like being here, it’s not something I think about.”I’m enjoying it here. I’m sad about him leaving. We wish him all the best.” More

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      Sacked Man Utd boss Ten Hag didn’t want to sign £36.5m flop Zirkzee and fumed at striker for being a stone overweight

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      JOSHUA ZIRKZEE arrived at Manchester United a stone overweight – and Erik ten Hag didn’t even want him.The £36.5million flop has scored just once this season and has started only four of United’s twelve Premier League games.Former Man Utd boss Erik ten Hag didn’t want Joshua Zirkzee in the summerCredit: GettyThe 23-year-old arrived at Old Trafford overweight after joining from BolognaCredit: GettyHe has bagged just once for the Red Devils since his £36.5m moveCredit: GettyNow SunSport can reveal not only did he arrive at United out of shape —  it has taken a while to shift that extra weight.His condition left manager Ten Hag unhappy as he was not his choice of striker in the first place. His arrival from Bologna was instigated by Ineos’ new management team – who identified the 23-year-old as good value for money.That is a huge matter for debate now with many fans still wondering if he is up to the fitness levels needed to be a Prem player.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLZirkzee scored on his debut against Fulham – coming off the bench to grab a late winner in the Red Devils’ opening Premier League fixture of the season.There has been nothing since from 15 appearances in all competition –  seven of them starts.The Dutch international’s last league start came against Tottenham at the end of September before his compatriot Ten Hag reverted back to Rasmus Hojlund, who had been unavailable at the season was delayed due to injury.Zirkzee was only brought on by interim boss Ruud van Nistelrooy in the 84th minute of Sunday’s 1-1 draw against Chelsea.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSHe immediately was given a chance when he was put through – but lacked the pace to get away from Wesley Fofana.Bizarrely, Zirkzee later posted a picture on Instagram of the moment he was through on goal — even though it came to nothing.Zirkzee has scored just once in the leagueJamie Redknapp blasts Man Utd fans accusing Old Trafford crowd of creating as much atmosphere as Covid timesHe did not come to United with a great goalscoring reputation.While the club desperately needed a No 9, there has been some debate whether Zirkzee is better suited to playing as a No 10.The Dutchman began his career at Bayern Munich but they afforded him just 17 games in which he got four goals.He was loaned out to Parma and Anderlecht before making a permanent move to Serie A and Bologna where he got just 14 goals in 58 appearances over two seasons.Since his debut goal, Zirkzee has failed to score in 10 appearancesCredit: ReutersMan Utd ratings vs ChelseaMARTIN BLACKBURN gives his verdict on the Red Devils against ChelseaAndre Onana – 5Will be disappointed not to keep out Caicedo’s equaliser.Almost put Casemiro in trouble with sloppy early pass tooNoussair Mazraoui – 6Key interception to prevent Neto getting in on goal late on and tried to support Garnacho where possibleMatthijs de Ligt – 6Good early block to deny Palmer.Late slip under pressure from Jackson almost proved costly.Lisandro Martinez – 6Lucky not to concede a pen with clumsy challenge on Colwill and lucky to escape a red for x-rated late tackle on Palmer.Diogo Dalot – 6Poor tackle on Pedro Neto earned a deserved booking and had a real battle with his international team-mate.Casemiro – 7Made a difference with super ball to Hojlund in lead up to pen – but could he have got more distance on clearing header that was despatched by Moises Caicedo.Manuel Ugarte – 6Rugby tackle on Palmer but Uruguayan showed signs he is starting to settle in after big money summer move.Alejandro Garnacho – 6Always a threat but wasted some great chances.Shot straight at Sanchez and shanked another effort after great work by Fernandes.Bruno Fernandes – 8Created United’s best two chances for Rashford and Garnacho and then kept his cool to score from the spot.Marcus Rashford – 6Hit the angle with volley on stroke of half-time and saw another shot saved by Sanchez.Better from the England man.Rasmus Hojlund – 6Did not touch the ball in the Chelsea box first half but when he finally did he won the penalty.SubsAmad Diallo (73′ for Rashford)A couple of nice touches but not much impact.Joshua Zirkzee (’84 for Hojlund)A couple of nice touches but not much impact.Victor Lindelof (’84 for Ugarte)Thrown on to keep things tight and did that.Despite having moved to Bologna for just £7.15m his worth had rocketed when United came calling on the back of those two seasons.New Sporting Director Dan Ashworth alongside Technical Director Jason Wilcox are the men who have been tasked by part owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe to improve United’s recruitment.Zirkzee missed United’s pre-season training camp despite having only played two minutes of Holland’s Euro campaign –  in their 2-1 defeat to England in the semi-finals.Rather than join the team at their training camp in Los Angeles, he took his allotted time off.That raised eyebrows among some close to the club given that he was holidaying in LA at the same time United were there and called in only to say hello to his new team-mates.READ MORE SUN STORIESUnited have had their worst start to a season since 1986-87 with just 12 points from 10 games and stand 13th in the table.They are one of only three clubs not to be in double figures for goals scored. 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      Ruben Amorim wants Man Utd to re-sign star they let go for just £5million, fears former Portugal star

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      RUBEN AMORIM wants to sign a star Manchester United sold for just £5million, according to a Portuguese League champion.Amorim, 39, will be the head coach at Old Trafford from November 11 when he leaves Sporting CP after four years at the club.Ruben Amorim will make a move for an ex-Man Utd star, according to a five-time Portuguese league winnerCredit: EPAAlvaro Carreras was sold by Man Utd for £5million in the summer after a number of loan dealsCredit: ReutersThe 21-year-old can be brought back by the Red Devils for a cut-price feeCredit: GettyHis time with the Lisbon-based outfit has seen him win two league titles, ending a 19-year title drought in the process with his 3-4-3 system.United have had problems at full-back this season and for much of last season, with Tyrell Malacia and Luke Shaw both sidelined through injury.It forced sacked manager Erik ten Hag into playing a variety of stars at left-back, with his options this season mainly being Diogo Dalot or Noussair Mazraoui.Consequently, it is believed that when Amorim arrives he will look to add a profile who fits the left-wing back role in his team.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLFive-time Portuguese League winner Álvaro Magalhães believes the star in question will be former Man Utd academy talent Alvaro Carreras.Carreras, 21, initially joined the Red Devils academy in 2020.However, the defender failed to break into the senior squad and after a succession of loan transfers was sold permanently to Benfica by Ten Hag over the summer following a season on loan with them.Reports have since emerged revealing United included a 50 per cent sell-on clause and a cheap £16m buy-back clause in the deal.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSAnd speaking to Record, the 63-year-old Benfica legend Magalhaes believes Amorim could make a move to take the star from his old rivals.He said: “I fear that Rúben Amorim wants him at Manchester United. It seems to me that he has the quality to be one of the first options and looking at the squad.How Ruud van Nistelrooy’s ‘donut solution’ kicked off Ruben Amorim’s Man Utd revolution early”I believe that with the new coaching staff he could become a possibility again, especially because the new coach knows him very well based on what he saw from him at Benfica.“It would be a lot if Benfica had the ability to not let him escape, but now the decision is not just in the club’s hands.”He explained: “This ability to react to adversity seems to be his strength. Great players only succeed if they are mentally very strong and that seems to be the case. “Anyone who is weak cannot play for Benfica, just as they cannot play for Real Madrid, Manchester United, Bayern Munich, or PSG.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.”If he were weak, he would have already been released from Benfica and would be demonstrating quality in another team. “Benfica were in time to not lose one of those players that we must fight to keep at the club due to his quality. “I hope he has a lot of luck and continues to have a great season.”Carreras has played 14 times for Benfica so far this season, scoring once.READ MORE SUN STORIESAmorim is in action with Sporting CP for the final time in the Champions League tomorrow as they face Manchester City.His final game as the Eagles’ boss is then against another former club in Braga.Man Utd ratings vs ChelseaMARTIN BLACKBURN gives his verdict on the Red Devils against ChelseaAndre Onana – 5Will be disappointed not to keep out Caicedo’s equaliser.Almost put Casemiro in trouble with sloppy early pass tooNoussair Mazraoui – 6Key interception to prevent Neto getting in on goal late on and tried to support Garnacho where possibleMatthijs de Ligt – 6Good early block to deny Palmer.Late slip under pressure from Jackson almost proved costly.Lisandro Martinez – 6Lucky not to concede a pen with clumsy challenge on Colwill and lucky to escape a red for x-rated late tackle on Palmer.Diogo Dalot – 6Poor tackle on Pedro Neto earned a deserved booking and had a real battle with his international team-mate.Casemiro – 7Made a difference with super ball to Hojlund in lead up to pen – but could he have got more distance on clearing header that was despatched by Moises Caicedo.Manuel Ugarte – 6Rugby tackle on Palmer but Uruguayan showed signs he is starting to settle in after big money summer move.Alejandro Garnacho – 6Always a threat but wasted some great chances.Shot straight at Sanchez and shanked another effort after great work by Fernandes.Bruno Fernandes – 8Created United’s best two chances for Rashford and Garnacho and then kept his cool to score from the spot.Marcus Rashford – 6Hit the angle with volley on stroke of half-time and saw another shot saved by Sanchez.Better from the England man.Rasmus Hojlund – 6Did not touch the ball in the Chelsea box first half but when he finally did he won the penalty.SubsAmad Diallo (73′ for Rashford)A couple of nice touches but not much impact.Joshua Zirkzee (’84 for Hojlund)A couple of nice touches but not much impact.Victor Lindelof (’84 for Ugarte)Thrown on to keep things tight and did that. 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      Jose Mourinho hilariously fails with knee-slide celebration after ex-Man Utd flop scores 102nd-minute Fenerbahce winner

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      JOSE MOURINHO’S hilarious knee-slide celebration went down like a lead balloon.But Fenerbahce fans won’t care one bit after former Manchester United loanee Sofyan Amrabat smacked in a winner in the 102nd minute.Jose Mourinho went to knee slide in celebration of a late Fenerbahce winnerBut the Special One completely fluffed itThe Portuguese boss face planted the turf before delivering a blockbuster interviewWith tensions on a knife-edge at 2-2, Amrabat found himself in prime position after a perfect run inside the box, to fire into the top corner from 12 yards.And his goal, which smacked down off the bar and in, was met with utter euphoria from fans, players and most of all the away bench.But it was Mourinho, of course, who stole the headlines as it ended 3-2.The Special One ran onto the pitch to perform his signature knee slide.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSThis time, however, unlike during his days at Porto and Real Madrid, the 61-year-old couldn’t execute it.Instead, the legendary manager ate grass as he face planted into the turf before being mobbed by players and staff.And Amrabat wasn’t the only former United player to get his name on the scoresheet, after Fred opened the scoring in the 42nd minute.The match, where former Man City star Edin Dzeko also bagged, was not without controversy as the referee was scrutinised for a number of decisions he made during the match.Most read in FootballSofyan Amrabat won it for Fenerbahce at the deathCredit: GettyFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSMourinho then returned to his best to deliver another blockbuster interview – his second in as many weeks, after he was sent-off during United’s 1-1 visit to Turkey in the Europa League.He said: “The man of the match was Atilla Karaoglan. The invisible man. The referee on the field is just a child. Tottenham snubbed Ollie Watkins transfer as Jose Mourinho refused to pay price tag and signed flop striker instead “We don’t want to see him in our matches again. We don’t want him as a VAR either. We don’t want him on the field either. Before I came here, I was told a lot of things and I didn’t believe it. It was even worse.”We faced a good team and they fought well, but we are playing against the system.”It marked Fenerbahce’s second consecutive win in the Turkish Super Lig as they now sit five points behind rivals Galatasaray.And on an evening of former Old Trafford excellence, their former side recorded their worst-ever start to a Premier League campaign after being held to a stale 0-0 draw with Chelsea in M16. More

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      Man Utd ratings: Bruno Fernandes leads from the front with goal but Andre Onana looks shaky in Chelsea draw

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      MANCHESTER UNITED held Chelsea to a 1-1 bore-draw at Old Trafford as Ruud van Nistelrooy’s new-manager bounce fell flat.United struggled to put on a show for new gaffer Ruben Amorim, who arrives on November 11, as they sit 13th in Premier League table.Bruno Fernandes put United ahead with a 70th minute penaltyMoises Caicedo levelled with a brilliant volley three minutes laterCole Palmer threw the first punch as Matthijs De Ligt kept his shot out inside 10 minutesCredit: GettyMarcus Rashford struck the bar just before half-timeOld Trafford was full of verve and excitement pre-match but that fizzled out courtesy of another flat showing from their players. Noni Madueke had the best first chance after his header somehow smacked off the post from three yards out, before Levi Colwill missed the rebound.Apart from a couple of dazzling touches from Cole Palmer the first half lacked any sort of spark or quality.Marcus Rashford came agonisingly close to giving United the lead on the stroke of half-time but his volley hit the angle of post and bar.READ MORE ON MAN UTDHowever after some dire stuff from both teams, Bruno Fernandes’ 70th minute penalty put the home side ahead.But the penalty, given away after keeper Robert Sanchez clipped Rasmus Hojlund’s foot for the foul, left Chelsea needing to react.And Moises Caicedo provided the goods with a stunning controlled volley just four minutes later, to leave Chelsea without a victory at Old Trafford in their last 12 visits.Lisandro Martinez rode his luck in the closing stages with a knee-high challenge on Palmer, which was reviewed by VAR but deemed not worthy of a sending off.Most read in FootballHere’s how SunSport’s Martin Blackburn rated every Man Utd player…Andre Onana – 5 Will be disappointed not to keep out Caicedo’s equaliser. Almost put Casemiro in trouble with sloppy early pass too.‘Olivia Rodrigo, you traitor’, say Chelsea fans after singer paraded around Old Trafford pitch for Man Utd clashNoussair Mazraoui – 6 Key interception to prevent Neto getting in on goal late on and tried to support Garnacho where possibleMatthijs de Ligt – 6 Good early block to deny Palmer. Late slip under pressure from Jackson almost proved costly.Matthijs De Ligt played a full 90Credit: AlamyLisandro Martinez – 6Lucky not to concede a pen with clumsy challenge on Colwill and lucky to escape a red for x-rated late tackle on Palmer.Lisandro Martinez was lucky to not see red for a lunge on Palmer in injury timeDiogo Dalot – 6 Poor tackle on Pedro Neto earned a deserved booking and had a real battle with his international team-mate.Casemiro – 7 Made a difference with super ball to Hojlund in lead up to pen – but could he have got more distance on clearing header that was despatched by Moises Caicedo.Manuel Ugarte – 6 Rugby tackle on Palmer but Uruguayan showed signs he is starting to settle in after big money summer move. Alejandro Garnacho – 6 Always a threat but wasted some great chances. Shot straight at Sanchez and shanked another effort after great work by Fernandes.Bruno Fernandes – 8 Created United’s best two chances for Rashford and Garnacho and then kept his cool to score from the spot.Bruno Fernandes thought he’d won itMarcus Rashford – 6 Hit the angle with volley on stroke of half-time and saw another shot saved by Sanchez. Better from the England man. Rasmus Hojlund – 6 Did not touch the ball in the Chelsea box first half but when he finally did he won the penalty.SubsAmad Diallo (73′ for Rashford)A couple of nice touches but not much impact. READ MORE SUN STORIESJoshua Zirkzee (’84 for Hojlund)A couple of nice touches but not much impact. Victor Lindelof (’84 for Ugarte)Thrown on to keep things tight and did that. More

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      ‘Man Utd have only made ONE good signing in the last TEN YEARS… they’ve spent £1.8billion, that has to change’

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      GARY NEVILLE has savaged Manchester United’s transfer dealings – and believes they have got just ONE signing right in the last decade.The Red Devils sacked Erik ten Hag on Monday and were quick to replace him with Ruben Amorim.Gary Neville has hit out at Man Utd’s transfer dealings since Sir Alex Ferguson leftCredit: GettyNew boss Ruben Amorim has been challenged with changing the culture at Old TraffordCredit: GettyMan Utd have splashed out £1.8billion on players over the past ten years.They have failed to mount a Premier League title challenge in that time, going through six managers and a string of expensive flops.Neville believes only Bruno Fernandes has lived up to his fee after arriving from Sporting Lisbon for £55m in January 2020. He told Sky Sports: “There are managers that have come here that have been tried and tested and successful.READ MORE ON FOOTBALL”There are players that have come here with great potential and ones that you thought would be good signings for the club.”Only really Bruno [Fernandes] I can think of in 10 years has signed for the club and done more than I thought he would. “I can’t think of any other player. That’s £1.8bn spent in the last 10 years, that’s one thing that has to change.”Amorim arrives at United with the club languishing in the bottom half of the league. Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSAnd Neville has challenged the 39-year-old to stop the rot that has set in since Sir Alex Ferguson left the club in 2013.He continued: “[Amorim] has to get the best out of the players.Gary Neville predicts exact date Erik ten Hag will be sacked as he rants Man Utd ‘can’t be 14th after nine games’ “The players need to take responsibility for what’s happened in the last 10 years.”The club have signed a lot of players that other clubs wanted and when those players have arrived at Manchester United they’ve deteriorated. Neville believes Bruno Fernandes has been United’s only successful signingCredit: Alamy”Why is that? It could be the coach, it could be the players, it could be the environment is too big for them.”Whatever it is it has to change because if he [Amorim] doesn’t change that he will fall the same way the rest of them have.” 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

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      ‘He can do with Hojlund what he did with Gyokeres’ – Amorim backed for Man Utd success by boss who managed him as player

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      QUIQUE SANCHEZ FLORES has tipped Ruben Amorim to be a hit at Manchester United — because he knows what buttons to push with the modern-day footballer.The  Portuguese, 39, is tasked with reviving sacked manager Erik ten Hag’s squad when he leaves Sporting Lisbon to start work at Old Trafford a week tomorrow.Ruben Amorim left Sporting Lisbon for Man UtdCredit: PARasmus Hojlund’s future will be in doubtCredit: RexSpaniard Sanchez Flores managed Amorim when he played for Benfica in 2008-09.The ex-Watford chief said: “I remember him as a clever, elegant and committed footballer. He was always close to his team-mates.“The way his teams play reflects a high standard of discipline.“He has a similar work ethic to former United manager Jose Mourinho. Only time will tell if Ruben can reach his level.READ MORE MAN UTD“But, more importantly, he understands the mentality of the players in this new generation.”Asked whether Amorim can turn United’s hit-and-miss £64million striker Rasmus Hojlund into a deadly finisher like Sporting’s Viktor Gyokeres, with 59 goals in 65 outings for the club,  Sanchez Flores quoted Rudyard Kipling.He said: “With respect to Hojlund, the pack is the strength of the wolves. He is a good striker but he will only hit his high standards again if the team changes its level of performance.“And Ruben now has the chance to train very good players in Manchester. Yes, he can do with Hojlund what he did with Gyokeres.”Most read in FootballThree 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.CASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSIncredibly, Amorim kick-started his football career by playing in a trial at Portuguese club Belenenses with a BROKEN ARM!His childhood friend Bruno Simao told the BBC: “I said I’d speak with the coach to fix up a game.Watch as Sporting CP’s fans jeer at new Manchester United Manager Rúben Amorim“Ruben replied, ‘I cannot play, I broke my arm’. I said, ‘Don’t worry, I’m sure the coach will see you’. “Ruben was centre-back and the coaches told the players, ‘Take care of him because of his arm’.“That was the start of his playing career.”Antonio Veloso, a professor at the University of Lisbon where Amorim studied a degree in high performance coaching, added: “Ruben had a tremendous tactical knowledge and understanding of what coaching was about.”Amorim could swoop for Viktor GyokeresCredit: Getty More