Manchester United's hierarchy is plotting a dramatic summer shake-up, with the future of manager Erik ten Hag hanging in the balance and high-profile players like Casemiro being offered to clubs in the Saudi Pro League.
According to exclusive reports, the Glazer family is considering a change in the dugout after a disappointing second season for the Dutchman. While the likes of Graham Potter and Gareth Southgate have been heavily linked, a new, surprising name has entered the frame: Sporting Lisbon's highly-rated manager, Ruben Amorim.
Amorim: The Surprise Contender
The 39-year-old Portuguese coach has emerged as a genuine candidate for the Old Trafford hot seat. Amorim has built an impressive reputation by leading Sporting to a league title and maintaining their status as a force in Portuguese football, playing an attractive and effective brand of football.
His potential appointment would signal a bold new direction for the Red Devils, moving away from the Ten Hag project much sooner than many anticipated.
Casemiro Headed for the Exit?
In what would be one of the most significant clear-outs in recent years, United are already sounding out the market for their big earners. Brazilian midfielder Casemiro, a £70 million signing just two summers ago, has been offered to several clubs in Saudi Arabia.
The 32-year-old's form has dipped alarmingly this season, and the United board is seemingly keen to get his enormous wages off the books to fund a new-look squad. His potential departure marks a stunningly rapid fall from grace for the former Real Madrid star.
Ten Hag's Uncertain Future
Despite the behind-the-scenes manoeuvring, no final decision on Ten Hag's future has been made. The club's new minority owner, Sir Jim Ratcliffe, and his INEOS team are conducting a thorough end-of-season review.
Ten Hag's fate is likely to hinge on United's ability to secure Champions League football, a prospect that looks increasingly unlikely, and their performance in the FA Cup. Failure on both fronts could see the club swiftly move for alternatives like Amorim, signalling the start of a new era at the Theatre of Dreams.
