Manchester United new coach Ruben Amorim Monday arrived at the club’s Carrington training ground to take over the reins the Red Devils.
Amorin who was earlier reported to have visa delays arrived at the Manchester Airport and was welcomed by Omar Berrada Manchester CEO. Amorim also met with with sporting director Dan Ashworth and technical director Jason Wilcox.
‘It’s not just Carrington. It’s home,’ Manchester United wrote on X. ‘A warm welcome for Ruben Amorim at our training ground.’
Meanwhile club legend Ruud Van Nistelrooy did not have his wish to stay back and help the club. United said in a statement Monday.
“Manchester United can confirm that Ruud van Nistelrooy has left the club. Ruud rejoined in the summer and has taken charge of the team for the past four matches as interim head coach.
“Ruud is, and always will be, a Manchester United legend.
“We are grateful for his contribution and the way in which he has approached his role throughout his time with the club. He will always be very welcome at Old Trafford.”
Van Nistelrooy said he wanted to continue. The former United striker was in charge of team for four games including their 3-0 win over Leicester City on Sunday.
“I appreciated the clear communication of the club; it was an interim spell for a short term,” Van Nistelrooy said.
“It could have been one or two games — they kept me in the loop — it was four, and for me, it was important to have that clarity.
“For me, the most important thing is the football club, and I am here to support that and I want to continue that.”
