The reunion at Manchester United with his former Sporting coach is prospering despite the odd setback
It is always a relief in a new job to see a familiar face and it was no different for Ruben Amorim when he reacquainted himself with the former Sporting midfielder Manuel Ugarte at Manchester United. Both are new to the club and success at Old Trafford could hinge on how well the two perform as they “suffer” together.
After United secured a hard-fought and morale-boosting draw at the leaders Liverpool and went on to beat Arsenal on penalties in the FA Cup, there was a sense of optimism that a key problem had a solution. Then the midfield pairing of Ugarte and Kobbie Mainoo was overrun by rock-bottom Southampton and Amorim was left to ponder how he can achieve his goals with the squad he inherited.
About Author
More Stories
Roman-era battlefield mass grave discovered under Vienna football pitch
Liverpool close on title after derby delight against Everton: Football Weekly Extra – podcast
Mary Earps on life at PSG: ‘There was a lot of noise so it’s been nice to escape’