A handful of players will become surplus to requirements as a result, while those who are ageing might be at risk of exiting, with Amorim traditionally operating with a younger squad at Sporting. For example, the average age of his back three in Portugal was 21.

Despite receiving extensive backing in the summer window, Erik ten Hag just could not get Manchester United to start performing with the club enduring their worst start in 35 years.And the defeat to

Ruud van Nistelrooy reportedly sent in a final "demand" to Manchester United players after he was ousted upon the arrival of Ruben Amorim.

Latest Manchester United news as Ruben Amorim looks to transform the Reds after a difficult start to the season under previous manager Erik ten Hag

Ruud van Nistelrooy urged Manchester United players to get behind new head coach Ruben Amorim before leaving the Old Trafford club following his interim spell as manager, according to the Sun. The