Soccer: Amorim takes over Milan

Former Sporting Lisbon and Manchester

United boss Ruben Amorim is AC Milan's new coach after signing a

contract with the seven-time European champions for the next two

seasons.

The Serie A giants announced the news saying the Portuguese

tactician had a modern and attack-minded approach.

The Rossoneri did not specify the duration of the contract.

"Over the course of his career, Amorim has developed a modern

and attacking tactical approach, supported by solid game

organization, demonstrating a unique ability to nurture young

talents and guide them on their development journey," said the

Milanese club.

The 41-year-old from Lisbon had been out of work since being

fired by United in January.

Amorim is replacing Massimiliano Allegri, who was sacked after a

slump in form in the latter stages of the last campaign saw

Milan fail to qualify for next season's Champions League.

Former Juve boss Allegri has taken over at Napoli after former

Italy boss Antonio Conte left the Partenopei, with a two-year

contract for the Livorno-born tactician.

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