Manchester United have approached Portuguese top flight side Sporting in an effort to sign head coach Ruben Amorim, Sky Sports News understands.
Talks between the two sides are thought to be ongoing after United sacked manager Erik ten Hag earlier today.
Amorim, 39, is one of the most sought-after young coaches in Europe and had reportedly been in the running to replace Jurgen Klopp at Liverpool over the summer.
Erik ten Hag (right) and his temporary replacement Ruud van Nistelrooy.
Pic: Reuters
Man Utd would need to pay a release clause for the Portuguese coach, but are willing to do so, according to Sky Sports News.
Amorim led Sporting to their first league title in 19 years in 2021, and won his second with the club last season.
Man Utd appear to be moving quickly to try and appoint a successor to Ten Hag as the club languishes in 14th after a poor start to the season.
Former club striker turned assistant coach Ruud van Nistelrooy has replaced Ten Hag on an interim basis.
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