By ESPN FC | Created at 2024-11-26 12:32:09 | Updated at 2024-11-26 14:45:06
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Rob Dawson, CorrespondentNov 26, 2024, 07:13 AM ET
Manchester United are aiming to get back "to the top of domestic and European football" after appointing Ruben Amorim as head coach, CEO Omar Berrada has said.
Amorim has overseen a 1-1 draw with Ipswich Town and will take charge of his first game at Old Trafford against Bodo/Glimt in the Europa League on Thursday following his arrival as successor to former boss Erik ten Hag.
The 39-year-old former Sporting CP coach has inherited a team languishing in the bottom half of the Premier League table following a disappointing start to the season. But Berrada insists the aim of the appointment is to get the club back competing for the biggest trophies.
"The season is now well underway for both our men's and women's team, and we are keen to ensure both are as competitive as possible," Berrada said as United released their latest financial results on Tuesday.
"We are delighted to have appointed Ruben Amorim as head coach of our men's team and remain committed to returning Manchester United to the top of domestic and European football."
