Ahead of his final home game in charge of Sporting after more than four years, Amorim quipped that United fans “will think that the new Alex Ferguson has arrived” if he was able to lead Sporting to victory over City — one of the favorites for the European title.

Ruben Amorim believes the manner of Sporting’s stunning 4-1 victory over Manchester City was “written” ahead of his move to Manchester United next week. The 39-year-old enjoyed a sensational final home game in charge of the Portuguese champions,

Ruben Amorim will ultimately be judged at Manchester United on closing the gap on Pep Guardiola, and on this stunning evidence he is ready for the challenge.The Portuguese coach predicted fans comparing him to Sir Alex Ferguson with victory against the great Guardiola in his final match at Estadio Jose Alvalade before heading to Old Trafford.