LONDON: Former Manchester United star Cristiano Ronaldo wished Ruben Amorim the best of luck who is now settling in as a new manager at Old Trafford.
Amorim, who was appointed to replace Erik ten Hag on November 1, arrived in England last Monday, less than 24 hours after coaching Sporting Lisbon for the last time.
Amorim, 39, who is awaiting work permit approval, was greeted by United officials upon his arrival at Carrington.
He was also given the opportunity to visit Old Trafford and hold his first interview as United head coach.
Amorim is expected to take charge of his first game when United travel to Portman Road against Ipswich Town in the Premier League next week.
He takes over a team currently 13th in the league, with a tough task to ensure they finish in the top four this season.
For Ronaldo, the Portuguese legend who was born just a week after Amorim, the club needed a bit of ‘luck’ after the failure of several previous managers.
“I wish Ruben Amorim luck in the world because Manchester (United) really needs him,” said Ronaldo.
Ronaldo made the comments after helping Portugal to a convincing 5-1 win over Poland in the UEFA Nations League, where he contributed two second-half goals.