In a revelation that has sent shockwaves through the football world, Ruben Amorim has dramatically cooled speculation linking him with the Manchester United job. The highly sought-after Sporting Lisbon boss dropped a bombshell by confirming he had already held talks with a surprise English club this season: League Two's Grimsby Town.
Amorim's Grimsby Admission Stuns United Hopefuls
The 39-year-old manager, touted as a top contender to replace Erik ten Hag at Old Trafford, revealed the extraordinary details during a press conference in Portugal. His admission immediately casts doubt on his potential move to the Premier League giants, suggesting his ambitions might lie on a different path entirely.
"It Was an Honour" - Amorim on Mariners Approach
Amorim spoke candidly about the approach from the fourth-tier English side. "This year I was very close to leaving," he stated. "I had a proposal from Grimsby Town, it was very close. I'm not going to deny it. It was an honour to be associated with a historic club like Grimsby."
This unexpected disclosure will be a major concern for Manchester United's hierarchy, who are conducting a thorough review of ten Hag's position following a disappointing season. Amorim was widely considered a leading candidate to take the reins should the Dutchman be dismissed.
What This Means for the Manchester United Manager Hunt
The pursuit of Amorim now appears to be in serious jeopardy. His willingness to engage with a club in England's fourth division demonstrates a vastly different career trajectory than the one envisioned by the Old Trafford faithful. This development forces United's new minority owner, Sir Jim Ratcliffe, and his INEOS team to potentially look elsewhere in their search for a new era of leadership.
With Amorim seemingly out of the running, focus may now intensify on other candidates, including England's Gareth Southgate and Ipswich Town's rising star, Kieran McKenna. The managerial carousel at Manchester United has taken its most bizarre turn yet.
