Man United are closing in on the appointment of Ruben Amorim as manager, amid reports he could take charge of the Red Devils this weekend.
The Premier League giants are in talks with Sporting Lisbon over Amorim, with the club making quick progress. Â
Interim boss Ruud van Nistelrooy is reportedly expected to only take charge of one match having been placed in temporary charge on Monday following the sacking of Erik ten Hag.
The Dutchman will lead the club in the Carabao Cup on Wednesday against Leicester City, but the tie is expected to be his only match as interim boss.Â
According to the Times, Amorim could be in place for Man United’s next Premier League match this Sunday against Chelsea.
Ruben Amorim could reportedly take charge of Manchester United as soon as Sunday
The Carabao Cup tie with Leicester may be Ruud van Nistelrooy’s only match in chargeÂ