RUBEN AMORIM MAKES SURPRISE APPEARANCE AT TENNIS TOURNAMENT SIX WEEKS AFTER £12m MAN UNITED PAY-OFF

Story by Will Pickworth

Ruben Amorim was spotted at the Qatar Open tennis tournament in Doha, six weeks after leaving Manchester United.

Amorim’s quiet exit from football with his unexpected reappearance in the sporting world, while noting United’s improved form under new management

Amorim was sacked following a disappointing 14‑month tenure at United, which ended with a 1‑1 draw against Leeds. Reports indicate he received a £12 million pay‑off after his departure; his time at United was marked by disagreement with the club hierarchy. Amorim was seen watching Carlos Alcaraz defeat Karen Khachanov in three sets.

Michael Carrick has overseen four wins and one draw in five matches, after Darren Fletcher briefly acted as caretaker.

Amorim looked relaxed when the camera panned towards him, and he appeared to be watching the action from a private area.

The 41-year-old was wearing a black jacket and had a watch on his left wrist.

Following his appearance, several football fans were also left in shock on social media, as one said: ‘Did not expect to see Ruben Amorim at a tennis match.’

Another fan remarked: ‘Why is Amorim there lmao,’ before a further user added: ‘What is Ruben Amorim doing watching Alcaraz in Qatar!’

A fourth supporter jokingly speculated: ‘Is Amorim going to take the Qatar national team job?’

Amorim was taking in Carlos Alcaraz’s three-set victory over Karen Khachanov in Doha

Amorim, who previously managed Casa Pia, Braga, and Sporting Lisbon after retiring from playing at the age of 32, has been linked to several jobs since he departed from Old Trafford, but he seemed to be enjoying some time out of the game.

His presence in Doha comes after one of his former players, Matheus Cunha, expressed his gratitude towards Amorim, explaining that he was part of the reason for United’s recent upturn in form.

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