The prospect of Ruben Amorim taking the reins at Manchester United appears to be fading fast, according to a fascinating new analysis by a leading body language expert. The findings suggest the highly-rated Sporting CP boss has already mentally rejected the idea of a move to Old Trafford.
The Tell-Tale Signs of Disinterest
Dr. Cliff Lansley, an expert in emotional intelligence and deception detection, meticulously analysed Amorim's recent public appearances. He identified a cluster of non-verbal cues that strongly indicate the manager's heart is no longer in the speculation linking him to the Premier League giants.
'There's a distinct lack of congruent, positive emotion when the subject is broached,' Dr. Lansley explained. 'Instead of the subtle signs of excitement or ambition one might expect, we see a pattern of disengagement—minimal eye contact, forced smiles, and a noticeable lack of energy in his responses. It's the body language of someone who has already made up his mind to stay put.'
A Manager Committed to Sporting
The analysis points towards a man fully committed to his current project in Lisbon. Amorim's recent contract extension with Sporting, which includes a substantial release clause, further solidifies the notion that his immediate future lies away from Manchester.
This development will force the United hierarchy to re-evaluate their options. With current manager Erik ten Hag under persistent pressure following a disappointing season, the search for a potential successor is a critical issue for the club's new minority owner, Sir Jim Ratcliffe.
What This Means for Manchester United
Amorim's apparent withdrawal from contention is a significant blow to United's long-term planning. The 39-year-old Portuguese coach has been one of European football's most sought-after talents, admired for his tactical acumen and success in breaking the dominance of Porto and Benfica in the Primeira Liga.
The club may now be forced to look elsewhere or publicly reaffirm their faith in Ten Hag. Other potential candidates, such as England's Gareth Southgate or Germany's Julian Nagelsmann, may come back into focus as the summer approaches.
For now, all signs from Portugal suggest Amorim's focus remains solely on defending the Liga Portugal title with Sporting, leaving Manchester United's managerial future as uncertain as ever.
