The football world is buzzing! Manchester United’s new manager, Ruben Amorim, has dropped a bombshell, denying any secret talks with Manchester City before his shock move to Old Trafford. This revelation comes just before his first Manchester derby, adding extra spice to an already heated rivalry. Did the Cityzens miss out? Or was Amorim always destined for the Red Devils? Let’s break it down.
- Amorim denies ever speaking with Man City about replacing Pep Guardiola.
- He says Man Utd was his only option.
- Amorim faces his first Manchester derby amidst both clubs struggles.
- City are currently in more turmoil than United despite being higher in the league.
- Amorim is focused on fixing his team’s problems rather than City’s.
No City, Only United For Amorim
Ruben Amorim, the 39-year-old Portuguese manager, has been the talk of the town ever since he swapped Sporting Lisbon for Manchester United in November. But whispers suggested he was also on Manchester City’s radar as a potential successor to Pep Guardiola. Now, Amorim has come out swinging, stating that no such talks ever took place. He claims that when United came calling, it was his only option and that he had “no doubts”.
The Guardiola Speculation
Before Amorim’s arrival at United, there was major chatter about who would replace Guardiola. City even announced that Sporting’s director of football, Hugo Viana, would be replacing Txiki Begiristain. This sent the rumor mill into overdrive, with many suggesting that Amorim was being lined up for the job. However, Guardiola squashed those rumors by signing a new two-year contract shortly after Amorim’s move to United.
Derby Drama Looms
Amorim’s first Manchester derby is just around the corner and it’s fair to say, that there are more than just bragging rights at stake this time. He and his team are trying to recover from two successive defeats and are currently in 13th position of the league. But it’s not just United who are having a tough time. City is experiencing a shocking slump, winning only one of their last 10 matches in all competitions.
City’s Woes
Despite being fourth in the league, City is in a major crisis. They recently lost 2-0 to Juventus in the Champions League, their seventh loss in the last 10 matches. This is a far cry from the team that has won the last four Premier League titles. Ironically, one of those losses was masterminded by Amorim when he was still managing Sporting Lisbon.
Amorim’s Focus
While City is clearly struggling, Amorim is more focused on improving his own team. He admits they have “a lot of issues” and that this game does not feel like a normal derby with two title contenders. He acknowledges the importance of the game for the fans and has set his sights on a win, but his main goal is to rebuild the team, step by step.
The Road Ahead
Will Amorim be able to turn things around at Old Trafford? And can City get back to their winning ways? The derby will be a big indicator. It may not be the clash of giants we’re used to, but it’s sure to be a cracker of a match, filled with passion and grit. This derby is not only about local bragging rights, it’s about the future of both Manchester giants.
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