Victor Gyokeres expresses gratitude towards Ruben Amorim for Sporting CP's accomplishments, stating he can't express sufficient thanks.
Ruben Amorim, a 39-year-old Portuguese football manager, has made a significant impact in European football, particularly at Sporting CP (Sporting Lisbon). Under his leadership, the club has experienced a resurgence, winning two Primeira Liga titles—the first of which was the club's first league title in 19 years.
Amorim's tactical acumen and player development skills have earned him widespread praise, with many hailing him as one of the most exciting young coaches in the game. His impact is evident in the performances of players like Viktor Gyokeres, who publicly praised Amorim for his management, leadership, and the positive environment he created at the club.
Gyokeres, who was signed by Amorim in July 2023, established himself as a force in the Primeira Liga. His maiden campaign with Sporting saw him score a league-high 29 goals, helping the team win their first title in 19 years. In the following season, Gyokeres scored an impressive 39 league goals, contributing significantly to Sporting's retention of their crown.
Gyokeres' success under Amorim's coaching is not just about numbers. He has credited Amorim for getting the best out of him, stating that the style of play under him suited him perfectly. This is evident in Gyokeres' overperformance of 14.4 goals compared to his expected goals, a testament to his ability to convert chances into goals.
As of the 2023-24 season, Gyokeres has scored a total of 68 league goals, making him the top scorer in Europe's top 10 leagues. Harry Kane, with 62 league goals during the same period, is second. Gyokeres' impressive goal tally has come from chances worth a total of 53.6 expected goals (xG), further highlighting his exceptional finishing ability.
Amorim's achievements at Sporting CP have not gone unnoticed, with Manchester United announcing his appointment as their new manager, effective from November 11, 2025. However, Gyokeres' future at the club is uncertain, with Arsenal reportedly the front-runner for his signature, and rumours of a potential move to another Premier League club circulating.
Gyokeres has expressed surprise at Amorim's departure from Sporting CP in the middle of the season but has publicly thanked him for his role in the team's two consecutive championships. As Amorim prepares to take charge at Manchester United, the football world eagerly awaits to see if he can replicate his success with Gyokeres and Sporting CP at his new club.
- Ruben Amorim's impact on the health and performance of players at Sporting CP, such as Viktor Gyokeres, has been significant, with Gyokeres scoring a league-high 29 goals in his first season under Amorim.
- In the 2023-24 season, Gyokeres' exceptional finishing ability led him to become the top scorer in Europe's top 10 leagues with a total of 68 league goals, edging out Harry Kane who scored 62 goals during the same period.
- Despite Ruben Amorim's departure from Sporting CP to manage Manchester United, Gyokeres has publicly thanked him for his role in the team's two consecutive championships, expressing surprise at the timing of his move but acknowledging the impact Amorim had on his football career.
