“It’s Now or Never” is a single released by the famous singer Elvis Prestley in 1960 (basically a remake of fo the famous Italian song ‘O sole mio‘) and 44 years later, the last offer Manchester United made to Ruben Amorim was summed up in the title of this song. After the Red Devils officially confirmed yesterday that Sporting boss will be their new boss, the Portuguese tactician could finally speak about the subject he avoided for so long. His team won against Estrela last night 5-1 and the future Manchester coach, who will take over the club during the international break could finally speak and explain everything about his sudden transfer to England.Signed. Sealed. Hopefully not doomedAt the age of 38 he managed Sporting very well, earning high praise all over Europe, high enough to caught the eye of the great club from England. When they came over and made an offer, he knew he would have to take it now.“United came along, paid the clause, above the clause, and the chairman defended his interests. I never discussed anything with the chairman. Then the negotiations came to me. The only request I made was for it to be at the end of the season. That was the only request. And I spent three days asking for that. They told me it wasn’t possible, that it was now or never and that, if not, another option would be sought. I had three days to make a decision about something that would radically and completely change my life. The president and Hugo Viana can confirm this. This is not the first or second time I have been requested. After Sporting, I wanted Manchester. There’s a time I have to take a step forward. It was hard. I had to do this. I don’t want to victimise myself. The only one in no-man’s land was me. There was a club that said if I rejected it now, in six months I wouldn’t get it and in six months I knew I would leave Sporting no matter what“ he confessed at the press conference.Scholes: ‘Amorim is like Ten Hag, Tuchel was the right one’Amorim also admitted that he was aware of his club as well and that he wanted Sporting to get a good deal too. He also admitted to have changed his mind several times.“I didn’t want to regret not making this decision. I know this was sad for Sporting fans. I go home happier because I have explained. People say it’s about the team. There was another team that wanted me before and they paid 3 times more than Manchester. I gave all I could to Sporting. I love this club, the people, and the staff but I had to make a decision. ‘Shall I stay or go? My choice was to go now because I was told it was now or never and I had to make my choice. Several times. I changed my mind several times. My concern is not to harm the Sporting team, we’ll see later. I’ll have that concern when I’m at United“ he said.❤️ Erik ten Hag’s letter to Man United fans. #mufc pic.twitter.com/70aU9GIlvY— The United Stand (@UnitedStandMUFC) November 1, 2024 Around the same time that new coach has been officially confirmed, another one was saying goodbye. Erik ten Hag, who got sacked after a defeat from West Ham released a statement through his agency, saying goodbye to the club and the fans.“Thank you for always being there for the club. Whether it was at a game far away or a tough match at Old Trafford, your support has been unshakeable. The atmosphere at Old Trafford has always been electrifying, thanks to you. We won two trophies – achievements that I will cherish for the rest of my life. Of course my dream was to bring more trophies to the cabinet. Unfortunately, that dream has come to an end. I wish all Manchester United fans nothing but success, trophies and glory. Your support, and the warmth I received from everyone at the club, helped me feel at home. Thank you for this chapter in my life” he wrote.ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE – MATCHDAY 10Saturday15.30: (3.90) Newcastle (3.60) Arsenal (2.05)18.00: (5.60) Bournemouth (3.90) Man.City (1.62)18.00: (2.35) Ipswich (3.50) Leicester (3.15)18.00: (1.45) Liverpool (4.50) Brighton (7.00)18.00: (2.20) Nott.Forest (3.50) West Ham (3.45)18.00: (2.60) Southampton (3.35) Everton (2.70)20.30: (2.60) Wolverhampton (3.30) Crystal Palace (2.75)Sunday 17.00: (1.95) Tottenham (3.85) Aston Villa (3.60)19.30: (2.70) Man.Utd. (3.40) Chelsea (2.60)***odds are subject to change***
