Amorim has joined United after the club sacked predecessor Erik ten Hag following two and a half years at the helm.
United have not won the Premier League since 2013, in Sir Alex Ferguson’s final season in charge, and Amorim is the sixth permanent manager to be given the task of restoring the club to its former glory since Ferguson’s retirement 11 years ago.
United languish in 13th place ahead of Amorim’s first game in charge.
Speaking to the media for the first time since taking the role, Amorim said: “It is so much different from Sporting. You feel it is a global club. I feel very happy, very comfortable, so I feel at home.”
Asked why he believes he can turn United’s fortunes around, he replied: “I am a little bit of a dreamer. I believe me and the club have the same mindset. I truly believe in the players as well. I know you guys …