'I have to show' - Ruben Amorim just hinted at giving Manchester United players a wake-up call

Ruben Amorim has handled himself brilliantly since Erik ten Hag's sacking was confirmed.

Amorim emerged as the front-runner to replace Ten Hag just hours after he was sacked and fronted up in Sporting Lisbon press conferences before he was officially given the job.

The 39-year-old is a savvy communicator - much to the relief of United staff members - and managed to make a strong impression on fans before he even landed in Manchester.

The way Amorim spoke in press conferences and Sporting beating Manchester City in the Champions League has been responsible for that and supporters were desperate to get a glimpse of him as he arrived at Manchester airport, which signalled the beginning of his tenure.

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Amorim travelled straight to Carrington from the airport. He is still waiting on his visa so cannot 'coach on grass' but introduced himself to staff and looked around the training ground.

His first game in charge of United will come against Ipswich Town when the Premier League resumes after the international break and his team selection will be fascinating.

If you somehow hadn't read by now, Amorim plays with a 3-4-3 formation and all eyes will be on the team sheet when the first line-up of his reign is confirmed at Portman Road.

Some have suggested Amorim might gradually implement his philosophy and tactically compromise to begin with, but he hinted he would grab the bull by the horns on Sunday.

Amorim oversaw a 4-2 victory in his final game in charge of Sporting and was asked in his post-match press conference how long it would take to see his philosophy at United.

"I know how I am going to play in the