Benfica Plans Ruben Amorim Return Amid Manchester United Crisis

Ruben Amorim's tenure as Manchester United manager is under severe pressure following a string of poor results, including a 3-0 derby defeat to Manchester City, with the club languishing in the bottom half of the Premier League. Despite the turmoil, United sources claim Amorim still has the club's backing, but his refusal to change his tactical approach has fueled speculation about his future. Joao Noronha Lopes, the frontrunner in Benfica's upcoming presidential election, is reportedly planning to bring Amorim back to Benfica if he wins, having attended the derby with close associates of Amorim, including Nuno Gomes. Gomes, a longtime friend of Amorim and former teammate, has hinted that Amorim's return to Benfica is inevitable, describing it as his destiny. Current Benfica manager Bruno Lage is expected to leave by the end of the season, potentially making way for Amorim's return. Lopes also aims to strengthen Benfica further by targeting players such as Manchester City's Bernardo Silva, signaling a significant overhaul if elected.