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Evening Standard
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Matt Verri

Ruben Amorim makes Manchester United expectation claim with Sir Alex Ferguson joke ahead of major test

Ruben Amorim joked he will be viewed as the “next Alex Ferguson” if he leads Sporting to victory over Manchester City.

The 39-year-old has been confirmed as Manchester United’s next permanent manager and will take charge at Old Trafford from November 11, meaning this is his final week in Portugal.

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