Rúben Amorim wary of ‘new Ferguson’ tag if Sporting sink Manchester City
- New Manchester United manager set for home farewell
- Amorim says win could lead to ‘difficult’ expectations
The incoming Manchester United manager, Rúben Amorim, has claimed supporters will think he is the “new Sir Alex Ferguson” if his current side, Sporting, defeat Manchester City in the Champions League on Tuesday. He said that could make expectations of his role at Old Trafford “difficult”.
City’s visit to the Estádio José Alvalade is Amorim’s last home game as Sporting head coach before taking over at United on Monday week. His opening match as Erik ten Hag’s successor is on 24 November against Ipswich. His first derby against City will be at the Etihad Stadium on 15 December.
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