Ruben Amorim appointed AC Milan boss after leaving Man United

Ruben Amorim has been appointed head coach at AC Milan , having been sacked by Manchester United in January. The Portuguese coach will now make the move to Serie A in Italy with Milan, who finished fifth last season. "There are ambitions that stay with you throughout your career, and coaching AC Milan has always been one of mine," Amorim said in a club statement. "I know exactly what this Club means: history, prestige and an extraordinary fanbase around the world. It is a challenge I embrace with pride and enthusiasm, fully aware of what these colors represent. "I can't wait to get started and to experience every day the passion that drives AC Milan." Milan hired Amorim, 41, after dismissing Massimiliano Allegri at the end of the 2025-26 season, when the side finished fifth in Serie A -- missing out on next season's Champions League. His managerial career began in his homeland with