Manchester United’s pursuit of Rúben Amorim held up by 30-day notice period

United play six games across the next 30 days, then host Everton in the Premier League on 1 December.

DELAY: Sporting's head coach Ruben Amorim adjusts his coach armband during Tuesday's Portuguese League Cup match. Pic: AP Photo/Ana Brigida.

Manchester United’s push to appoint Rúben Amorim as their manager is being held up by negotiations with Sporting regarding his 30-day notice period.

United have informed the Portuguese champions of an intent to pay Amorim’s €10m (£8.3m) release clause and want him in place for Sunday’s visit of Chelsea but this may not be possible unless there is a breakthrough in discussions.