Ruben Amorim Set to Break Same Promise As Erik ten Hag After First Man United Game

• Manchester United and Sporting CP reportedly agreed not to allow Ruben Amorim to sign his former players
• The Red Devils have been linked with some of Sporting's players when Amorim was appointed coach
• The English giants have been linked with Viktor Gyokeres, one of the hottest strikers in Europe

New Manchester United boss Ruben Amorim is set to break his promise before officially taking charge at Old Trafford.

Amorim stressed that he would not sign any Sporting players, but it seems that the 'gentleman's agreement' will not last long.

The Red Devils have been linked with moves for red-hot striker Viktor Goyokeres and other Sporting players.

Amorim's first match as Man United boss ended in a frustrating draw away at Ipswich. The game was evidence of how big of a job Amorim has.

The club reportedly sent scouts to watch Sporting trio Geovany Quenda, Viktor Gyokeres and Pedro Goncalves in their Champions League match against Arsenal.

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The three players have been a key part of the club, especially under Amorim.

The Mirror recently reported that Man United and Sporting CP agreed that Amorim will not sign any of his former players in the January transfer window.

"I won't [sign Sporting players] in January, that's what I said. I don't know about the summer. The first point is to hold on until the summer. Sporting players are very good players," Amorim said via Manchester Evening News.

The club has been linked with Gyokeres, who is enjoying a phenomenal season. The striker could add quality to their struggling forward line. He has scored 24 goals in 20 matches this season.

Man United fans in Uganda pray for Amorim

Briefly News earlier reported that Manchester United fans in Uganda gathered to pray for Amorim as he begins his spell at the club.

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Manchester United fans, dressed in their iconic red jerseys, gathered with photos of the Portuguese coach for a spiritual observance. While their exact location in Uganda remains unclear, the moment was shared by an account named Manchester United Iganada. The group included supporters of all ages, from the elderly to young children..

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