Premier League managers say the same thing about Ruben Amorim ahead of Man United debut

Ruben Amorim is preparing to take charge of his first Manchester United game this weekend with his new team travelling to take on newly-promoted Ipswich Town on Sunday afternoon (4.30pm kick-off).

All eyes will be on the new United boss and what immediate impact he can have. The Reds are unbeaten in all competitions since the sacking of Erik ten Hag, with interim manager Ruud van Nistelrooy leading them to three wins and a draw in his four games in charge.

The international break has given Amorim time to work with some of his new players, and implement the start of his ideas. Although a lot have been on international duty, returning to Carrington this week.

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The appointment of a new head coach at Old Trafford is always going to cause talk around the wider footballing world. So it’s no surprise that other Premier League bosses have had their say on his arrival. Here’s a look at some of their comments, with them in agreement that hiring Amorim is a good move for United.

Speaking ahead of Amorim’s first game in charge of United, Silva has revealed a chat with the Premier League’s newest arrival. The Fulham boss was also has no doubt that his compatriot is ready.

“Firstly, he is a very good manager,” he said on Friday. “I think it is a great challenge for him and he is more than ready for it.

"Of course I have already spoken with him. What I wish for him is always the best."

The Man City boss, spoke of Amorim’s arrival at United before the two managers met in the Champions League. Amorim’s Sporting came out as 4-1 winners over