Cristiano Ronaldo enjoyed playing next to Ruben Amorim for the Portugal national team and even went as far as using one word that is telling about the coach's character.
It was confirmed by Sporting Clube de Portugal on Tuesday that United had made their intention clear to pay the £8.3million clause in Amorim's contract.
Talks are believed to be ongoing over the terms of the 39-year-old's notice period. In the meantime, Ruud van Nistelrooy will oversee Wednesday's Carabao Cup clash against Leicester City at Old Trafford.
But it remains to be seen whether the former Reds striker will be in post for United's crunch clash against Chelsea on Sunday. READ MORE: Ruben Amorim Sporting CP feelings made clear amid Man United arrival READ MORE: Man United legend Cristiano Ronaldo sends Ruben Amorim warning after Erik ten Hag debacle United are languishing in 14th place in the Premier League table and supporters will be desperate to see quick improvements.