Manchester United are still working on signing Ruben Amorim as their new manager (Picture: Getty Images)

Negotiations are ongoing as Manchester United look to appoint Ruben Amorim as their new manager, but there are also deals to be done for the backroom staff he wants to bring to Old Trafford.

The Red Devils appear to be on the verge of confirming the 39-year-old as Erik ten Hag’s permanent successor after they confirmed the decision to sack the Dutchman on Monday.

Speaking after the Sporting’s win over Nacional on Tuesday night, Amorim remained tightlipped on his intentions, amid reports that United want him to be in charge for Sunday’s game against Chelsea.

?Nobody knows if it was a farewell match or if there will be a farewell,’ he said. ‘It?s a matter that hasn?t been decided yet.
He added in a post-match press conference, via Sky Sports: ?I?ve seen the statement from the club and the interest of Man United. I have a release clause and when something more concrete emerges, it will be communicated. Nothing has yet been decided.

?I?m not here to speak about my contract. Those terms stay between myself and Sporting. Every coach has a clause and this is what was agreed between us.

?When a club shows an interest in a coach, that is not something I can control. There is a club that is interested, and we will see what happens in the next few days.’

Amorim hopes to bring Carlos Fernandes, his assistant at Sporting, with him to Manch...