Ruben Amorim could be set for a swift return to management just days after his dismissal as Manchester United head coach.
The Portuguese manager was sacked earlier this week following a turbulent 14-month spell at Old Trafford that ended amid strained relations with the club’s hierarchy.
Amorim’s time in Manchester was marked by inconsistent performances and a win rate that ranked among the poorest of any permanent United manager in the Premier League era.
While he did guide the Red Devils to a Europa League final last season, domestic form proved costly, with United recording one of their lowest league finishes in decades under his leadership.
Behind the scenes, reports suggest tensions escalated after Amorim publicly criticised the board and clashed with director of football James Wilcox over tactical direction, reports Irish Independent
His reluctance to abandon an underperforming system is believed to have been a major factor in the club’s decision to part ways.
United have since appointed Darren Fletcher as interim manager, with Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and Michael Carrick among the names linked with taking charge for the remainder of the campaign.
Benfica consider Amorim as Mourinho comes under pressure
While Manchester United search for stability, Amorim may not be out of work for long.
According to the Daily Mail, he is now in pole position to become the next manager of Benfica.
The Portuguese giants are currently led by Jose Mourinho, another former United boss, but pressure is mounting after Benfica slipped 10 points behind league leaders Porto.
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Their struggles have extended into Europe, where they sit 25th in the Champions League league-phase standings.
Amorim remains highly regarded in Portugal due to his successful spell at Sporting and his history with Benfica as a player, where he won multiple honours, including three league titles.
A return to Lisbon could offer him the chance to rebuild his reputation quickly after a difficult chapter in England.
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