Why Ruben Amorim can't take training on his first day as new Manchester United boss
manchestereveningnews.co.ukRuben Amorim has already been dealt his first inconvenience as Manchester United head coach. The 39-year-old took charge of his final game for Sporting CP on Sunday night, leading the Portuguese giants to a dramatic 4-2 win over Braga.
Eager to get his feet under the table at Carrington, he's expected to touch down in Manchester on Monday. However, Amorim cannot lead his first training session until he obtains a visa, which the Manchester Evening News understands is yet to come through.
It's believed that the club expect the visa to be processed quickly. Manchester Evening News also understands that any potential delay is unlikely to be problematic as Amorim will not conduct a full first-team training session until players begin to return from international duty. READ MORE: Ruud Van Nistelrooy shows Ruben Amorim the way forward with three calls in Leicester win READ MORE: Sir Jim Ratcliffe makes feelings on Bruno Fernandes clear ahead of Ruben Amorim arrival While the Portuguese tactician will initially be without the likes of Bruno Fernandes and Lisandro Martinez, some big names will be immediately available upon his arrival.
Marcus Rashford, Kobbie Mainoo, Harry Maguire, Mason Mount, Antony, Casemiro and Amad could be the first players to meet their new boss.
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