In a stunning show of faith to their prospective new manager, Manchester United are prepared to sanction a colossal £130 million spending spree to land Ruben Amorim's top trio of transfer targets.
The Sporting CP boss, now the overwhelming favourite to take the permanent reins at Old Trafford, has presented the club's hierarchy with a clear and ambitious blueprint for the summer.
Amorim's Dream Trio: A £130m Revolution
Central to Amorim's plan is a daring double raid on his current club, Sporting, alongside a move for one of Serie A's most coveted midfield enforcers.
Goncalo Inacio, the composed and ball-playing centre-back, is the defensive cornerstone of Amorim's vision. Valued at around £51 million, the 22-year-old Portuguese international is seen as the ideal figure to build a new-look defence around.
He would be joined by his Sporting teammate, Danish dynamo Morten Hjulmand. The 24-year-old defensive midfielder has been a revelation this season, with his tenacious tackling and intelligent distribution catching the eye of Europe's elite. His release clause is set at a tempting £64 million.
Completing the trio is Atalanta's Brazilian powerhouse, Ederson. The 24-year-old has been instrumental in his club's sensational Europa League run and offers a formidable, all-action presence in the engine room.
Erik ten Hag's Fate Sealed
This aggressive transfer strategy all but confirms the end of Erik ten Hag's turbulent tenure at the Theatre of Dreams. Despite the FA Cup victory, the Dutchman is expected to be relieved of his duties, with the United hierarchy convinced that Amorim is the man to restore the club to its former glory.
The pursuit of Amorim has accelerated dramatically, with the 39-year-old coach impressing United's decision-makers with his tactical acumen, man-management skills, and proven track record of winning trophies on a relative budget at Sporting.
This potential triple swoop signals a bold new era for Manchester United, one built on a clear identity and a manager being backed decisively in the market from the very beginning.
