Ruben Amorim Appointed New AC Milan Head Coach After Manchester United Exit

The Portuguese manager Rúben Amorim has taken over as the head coach of AC Milan on a two-year contract, stepping into the Serie A post months after his departure from Manchester United, according to international sports reports.

AC Milan Appoints Rúben Amorim After Massimiliano Allegri Departs

AC Milan confirmed the appointment of Rúben Amorim following a major front-office and technical reshuffle. The club’s American owners, RedBird Capital Partners, moved to restructure leadership after a dramatic final-day defeat to Cagliari cost the Rossoneri a spot in the UEFA Champions League. Massimiliano Allegri departed his role as manager amid the organizational changes, while Zlatan Ibrahimovic retained his position despite criticism from supporters.

Italian sports media reported that Amorim signed a two-year deal carrying an annual salary of €3.5 million. In an official club statement, Amorim addressed his new position: There are ambitions that accompany you throughout your career and training AC Milan has always been one of mine. It’s a challenge that I take on with pride and enthusiasm.

From Sporting CP Successes to Premier League Struggles

Amorim, 41, arrives in Italy with a reputation forged during his tenure at Sporting CP, where the former international midfielder captured three Primeira Liga titles in 2021, 2024, and 2025 across 14 career international caps. However, his subsequent move to English football proved turbulent. Appointed by Manchester United in November 2024, Amorim reached the UEFA Europa League final but endured a difficult domestic campaign that saw the Red Devils finish 15th in the Premier League. He was dismissed in January after securing 24 wins across 63 matches in charge at Old Trafford.

Tensions and Upcoming Fixtures in Serie A

Before kicking off his tenure on the touchline, Amorim drew attention by responding sharply to comments from Cristian Chivu, setting an early competitive tone for his arrival in Italian football. The Rossoneri face an immediate rebuilding task as they navigate domestic competition without European fixtures, aiming to close the gap on domestic rivals like Juventus and Napoli.