Milan defines Rúben Amorim as new coach to lead reconstruction project until the 2029 season By Janderson Luiz
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AC Milan confirmed the hiring of Rúben Amorim as its new coach, ending a period of intense speculation about who would take charge of the team. The Portuguese coach, recognized for his consistent and innovative work, signs a contract with the Italian club valid until 2029, marking the beginning of an ambitious reconstruction project for the Rossoneri. The Milanese board’s decision focuses on a long-term approach, seeking to re-establish the club at the top of European football.
The rise and legacy of Rúben Amorim in Portuguese football
Rúben Amorim arrives at Milan after a highly successful period at Sporting Clube de Portugal, where he established himself as one of the most promising coaches on the continent. He took charge of Sporting in March 2020 and, in his first full season (2020/2021), guided the team to win the Portuguese Championship after 19 years of waiting, breaking a long fast. Furthermore, Amorim won two League Cups with the Lisbon club, demonstrating his ability to generate impressive results and develop a striking style of play. Their tactical formation, generally a 3-4-3 with intense pressing and valuing ball possession, is seen as a difference that can inject new energy into the Milan squad.
The Milan project and the objectives set for the new management
The choice of Rúben Amorim reflects AC Milan’s intention to begin a cycle of renewal, prioritizing stability and the construction of a lasting gaming identity. After the period of coach Stefano Pioli, who brought the Scudetto in 2022, the club is looking for a commander capable of developing young talent and implementing a clear tactical philosophy that allows the team to compete consistently at a high level, both in Serie A and the Champions League. The board hopes that Amorim will bring his winning mentality and his focus on player development to consolidate a competitive team that is resistant to the adversities of the European calendar. The contract extended until 2029 underlines the confidence in the Portuguese to lead this endeavor in the long term.
The challenges that the new commander will face in the Italian scenario
Taking charge of Milan represents a big step in the career of Rúben Amorim, who will face the challenge of adapting to one of the most tactical and demanding leagues in world football, Serie A. The Italian Championship has shown itself to be increasingly competitive, with teams like Inter Milan, Juventus and Napoli presenting robust squads and ambitious projects. Amorim will have the task of putting together a team that not only plays attractive football, but is also resilient to withstand the pressure of a long season, marked by multiple championships. The expectation is that the Portuguese will be able to quickly implement his ideas, integrating the dynamic style of play that made him famous in Portugal with the particularities of Italian football, where defense and tactical strategy are pillars.
Other names analyzed by AC Milan before the final decision
The search for a new coach at Milan was surrounded by intense speculation, with several big names in European football being considered by the board. The list of potential candidates shows the depth of the analysis carried out by the club before defining Rúben Amorim as the ideal option. Among the coaches who were considered to take over the Italian team were:
- Andoni Iraola:Spanish coach known for his work at Rayo Vallecano and Bournemouth, with a focus on high-intensity, attacking football.
- Oliver Glasner:Austrian coach who stood out at Eintracht Frankfurt and, more recently, at Crystal Palace, with a pragmatic and effective style.
- Ralf Rangnick:German manager and coach with extensive experience, known for his vertical playing philosophy and his role in structuring clubs.
- Arne Slot:Dutchman who shone at Feyenoord, playing dynamic football focused on the development of young athletes, and who is on his way to Liverpool.
Despite considering these and other profiles, Milan’s leadership opted for Rúben Amorim, believing that his young profile, but with title experience and a clear tactical plan, is the most suitable for the long-term project that the club aims to implement.
