Then we are in the process of Ruben Amorim’s transformation of Manchester United. But where other high-profile coaches such as Mourinho and Conte find it easy to highlight their own greatness by talking about shortcomings in players and the squad, the Portuguese starts by saying he has the players he needs. Viktor Gyökeres gives us an insight into how Amorim works.

-He is of course extremely skilled. That’s why he’s at Manchester United now. He is very dedicated and wants everything to be almost perfect,” Gyökeres begins to Viaplay.

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So what is behind the success at Sporting and for Gyökeres, who joined Amorim and Sporting in the summer of 2023 after no club on the ball island was willing to pay 14 million euros for the Swedish striker.

“He pays attention to his players and makes sure everyone is having a good time,” says the Swede.

Treating players like nothing but robots to bring out the best.

-He knows what types of players he has and what personalities are in the team, the super striker continues.

Gets to know all the players well.

“He takes into account the different personalities to get the most out of the team,” Gyökeres concludes.

Allows each player to unfold for the good of the whole team.

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