In a seismic shift that could redefine the club's future, Manchester United are plotting a major managerial and playing squad overhaul this summer. At the heart of the storm are two key figures: under-fire boss Erik ten Hag and Brazilian midfield lynchpin Casemiro.
According to exclusive reports, the Red Devils have identified Sporting CP's highly-rated manager, Ruben Amorim, as their prime target to take the helm at Old Trafford. This move signals a potential end to Ten Hag's tumultuous tenure, despite his FA Cup final victory last season.
Casemiro's Lucrative Saudi Escape Route
Simultaneously, the club is preparing for a significant departure in the playing staff. Casemiro, the former Real Madrid star, is the subject of intense interest from the Saudi Pro League, with a monumental offer believed to be on the table.
The 32-year-old's mammoth £350,000-a-week wages have been a point of contention, and a sale would free up considerable funds for a much-needed squad rebuild. United's new minority owner, Sir Jim Ratcliffe, is thought to be driving this new, pragmatic approach to the club's finances.
Why Amorim? The Appeal of the 'Next Big Thing'
The potential appointment of Ruben Amorim is seen as a coup for the INEOS-led football operations. The 39-year-old Portuguese tactician has earned a stellar reputation for his dynamic, attacking brand of football and his success in breaking Benfica and Porto's dominance in Portugal, leading Sporting to a league title.
His name has been frequently linked with top jobs across Europe, including Liverpool and Chelsea, making him one of the most sought-after young managers in world football.
A Summer of Radical Change at Old Trafford
This potential double move underscores the scale of the revolution underway at Manchester United. With the Casemiro deal alleviating financial pressure and Amorim representing a fresh tactical identity, the club appears ready to move decisively into a new era under its new part-owners.
While Erik ten Hag remains publicly in charge, the wheels of change are turning rapidly behind the scenes at Carrington, setting the stage for a dramatic summer in Manchester.
