The Connection: From Sporting CP to Man Utd

November 11, 2024

On November 11, Rúben Amorim joined Manchester United from Sporting CP as head coach. This marks another chapter in a long history of transfers between these two iconic clubs. Let’s explore some of the key connections between Sporting CP and Manchester United.

Cristiano Ronaldo

Cristiano Ronaldo made his move to Manchester United from Sporting CP in August 2003 for a transfer fee of £12.24 million. As a replacement for David Beckham, Ronaldo was handed the legendary No. 7 jersey, thanks to the persuasion of Sir Alex Ferguson. The rest is history. Ronaldo blossomed into a global superstar, winning the Ballon d'Or in 2008 and setting a world record for the highest transfer fee when he joined Real Madrid in 2009.

Nani

In the summer of 2007, Nani followed in Ronaldo’s footsteps by signing with Manchester United from Sporting CP. Nani hepled United secure the double in his debut season and went on to win four Premier League titles, a Club World Cup, and two League Cups during his seven seasons at Old Trafford. Street will never forget the skillful winger from Portugal.

Marcos Rojo

Following a standout performance at the 2014 World Cup, where Argentina reached the final, Marcos Rojo transferred to Manchester United from Sporting CP in the summer of 2014, becoming one of Louis van Gaal’s first signings. Unfortunately, a series of injuries prevented Rojo from establishing himself as a regular starter under various managers. His seven-year tenure at United concluded when he signed with Boca Juniors on a permanent deal in 2021.

Bruno Fernandes

Bruno Fernandes joined Manchester United from Sporting CP in the January transfer window of 2020, making an immediate impact with eight goals and seven assists in the league as the Red Devils finished third. Since then, he has been a virtual ever-present in the squad, consistently performing at a high level. On July 20, 2023, he was appointed as the captain of Manchester United.

Honorable Mentions of coaches and players who served both clubs

Carlos Queiroz - Manager of Sporting CP (1993-1996) / Assistant Manager of Manchester Untied (2002-2003, 2004-2008)

Carlos Queiroz managed Sporting CP from 1993 to 1996. After coaching various teams worldwide, he had two spells as Sir Alex Ferguson's assistant at Manchester United, contributing to the club's success during that era.

Peter Schmeichel - Manchester Untied (1991-1999) / Sporting CP (1999-2001)

Peter Schmeichel joined Manchester United in the summer of 1991. Over eight seasons, he won 15 trophies, including 5 Premier League titles and 3 FA Cups, and captained the team to victory in the 1999 UEFA Champions League final, completing the Treble. After this historic season, Schmeichel made his move of joining Sporting CP after his time at United.

Manuel Ugarte - Sporting CP (2021-2023) / Manchester Untied (2024- )

Manuel Ugarte joined Sporting CP in 2021 and gained recognition in European football for his impressive performances. He moved to Paris Saint-Germain in 2023 after PSG triggered his release clause. Following a season at PSG, Ugarte joined Manchester United and is now a squad player. There are high expectations for him as he reunites with Rúben Amorim, who helped elevate his career at Sporting CP.

After a series of successful seasons managing Sporting CP, Rúben Amorim joins Manchester United, furthering the special connection between the two clubs. He takes the helm at a challenging time for United. Can he restore the club to its former glory and lead them back to success?

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在11月11日，阿摩廉 (Rúben Amorim) 以主教練身份從士砵亭轉會至曼聯。這標誌著這兩間球會之間長期轉會歷史的另一章。讓我們探索一下士砵亭和曼聯之間的一些重要聯繫。

C朗拿度 (Cristiano Ronaldo)

C朗拿度於2003年8月從士砵亭轉會至曼聯，轉會費為1224萬英鎊。作為碧咸的接班人，C朗在費格遜爵士的說服下，穿上了傳奇的7號球衣。接下來的歷史眾所周知，C朗成長為超級巨星，2008年獲得金球獎，並在2009年轉會到皇家馬德里時創造了最高轉會費的世界紀錄。

蘭尼 (Nani)

在2007年夏天，蘭尼跟隨C朗的腳步，從士砵亭轉會至曼聯。蘭尼在他的首個球季幫助曼聯獲得雙冠，並在七個賽季中贏得四個英超冠軍、一個世界冠軍球會盃和兩個聯賽杯。球迷永遠不會忘記這位來自葡萄牙的技術型翼鋒。

馬高斯·洛荷 (Marcos Rojo)

在2014年世界杯上，阿根廷隊闖入決賽後，馬高斯·洛荷於2014年夏天從士砵亭轉會至曼聯，成為雲高爾的首批簽約球員之一。不幸的是，一系列傷病阻礙了洛荷在多位主教練手下的穩定表現。他在曼聯的七年生涯於2021年以永久轉會至小保加結束。

般奴·費南迪斯 (Bruno Fernandes)

般奴·費南迪斯於2020年1月轉會至曼聯，立即產生重要影響，半季聯賽貢獻了八個入球和七次助攻，幫助紅魔獲得第三名。自那時以來，他在球隊中是常規主力，穩定地保持高水平表現。2023年7月20日，他被任命為曼聯隊長。

曾效力於兩間球會的教練和球員

基羅斯 (Carlos Queiroz) - 士砵亭領隊（1993-1996）/ 曼聯助理教練（2002-2003，2004-2008）