Ruben Amorim remains tight-lipped on Manchester United links: Will ...

Sporting Lisbon's coach Ruben Amorim has chosen not to comment on speculations linking him to the Manchester United managerial position. Amorim is all set to replace Erik ten Hag as the new United manager, according to British media.

Amorim has remained tight-lipped on speculation (Courtesy: Reuters)

Sporting Lisbon’s coach, Ruben Amorim, chose not to address rumors about Manchester United’s interest in appointing him as Erik ten Hag's successor. Speaking on Thursday, Amorim made it clear that his focus remains on Sporting’s upcoming league fixture.

British media have reported that Amorim, 39, is likely to be announced as United’s next permanent manager, although he may not assume the role until after the international break in November. Despite speculation about a move to the Premier League, Amorim avoided giving any indication of an imminent departure, emphasising the importance of minimising distractions as Sporting prepares to face Estrela da Amadora on Friday.

Amorim would say that he would address the situation after their game against Estrela da Amadora.

"I know you travelled here to talk about it and that's natural, but we'll leave that until the end of the game (when) I'll talk about all these issues. Right now I want the team to focus and me too," Amorim told reporters.

"I promise I'll talk about it at the end of the game and everything will be clearer. By talking now, it's destabilising the squad further.

"Right now, the focus is on Estrela da Amadora. As for doing things differently, I wouldn't. I didn't control any of the situation."

Amorim acknowledged that news of his potential exit has unsettled his players, making it all the more vital for him to steer clear of transfer discussions to keep the team focused on their goal of maintaining a perfect start to the season.

"I know my players and I'm honest with you when I say that they weren't normal. I realised they were nervous and anxious about the news, with a series of tough games coming up," he said.

"They know me so well. I've proved that I'll defend them until the last minute. But there are things I can't control.

"There are things we can't control, the clubs are negotiating. It's not the coach's decision."

Sporting will be facing Manchester City in the Champions League and then Braga in the league before the November international break. United will be in action against Chelsea at home next on Sunday, November 3.