Since rumors emerged about the 39-year-old Portuguese coach potentially taking over at Old Trafford, there has been a palpable sense of anticipation among Manchester United fans. His structured 3-4-2-1 formation has raised hopes that United might return to the top of English football under his guidance.
However, before his anticipated arrival, United face a trio of critical fixtures, starting with a showdown against Chelsea on Sunday. In the meantime, former United striker Ruud van Nistelrooy is set to oversee these games—including matches against PAOK and Leicester—while his future role with the club remains uncertain.
Van Nistelrooy, who joined United’s coaching staff earlier this summer to work alongside Erik ten Hag, now finds his future up in the air following Ten Hag’s departure.
Although he has voiced his eagerness to continue at United and assist in the club’s progression, it remains unclear whether he will retain a role once Amorim and his staff from Sporting CP settle in Manchester. Amorim has indicated that he will bring some of his own coaching personnel with him, adding further ambiguity to Van Nistelrooy’s position.
If Van Nistelrooy were to leave, he is unlikely to lack job opportunities. Prior to his recent return to Old Trafford, he had engaged in discussions with multiple clubs about managerial positions, building on his successful run with PSV Eindhoven in the Dutch league.
Leicester City, in particular, has shown interest in him as they look to fill the gap left by Enzo Maresca’s move to Chelsea. Additionally, he held talks over a potential role with Burnley.
In an interview with Diario AS over the summer, Van Nistelrooy expressed a strong desire to work in Europe’s major leagues, mentioning his interest in a managerial role in Spain. “I would really like to work in Spain, and I have had conversations with Spanish clubs,” he shared, hinting at future aspirations if he decides to part ways with United.
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