A handful of players will become surplus to requirements as a result, while those who are ageing might be at risk of exiting, with Amorim traditionally operating with a younger squad at Sporting. For example, the average age of his back three in Portugal was 21.

Bruno Fernandes has explained what he expects from new Man United coach Ruben Amorim. He will be in the dugout for the first time after the international break.

Harry Amass has been linked with a shock exit from Manchester United following his lack of first-team opportunities - just over one year since arriving at Old Trafford