Ruben Amorim Jokingly Slaps Man United Players in Training Ahead of Europa League Clash

• Ruben Amorim was seen playfully slapping Manchester United players to try and build rapport with his players
• The new coach has been implementing his playing style after they produced an underwhelming performance in his first game
• The Red Devils face Bodo/Glimt tonight in the Europa League, and Amorim will be seeking his first win

Ruben Amorim is still getting to know his Manchester United players after his first match as coach.

The Portuguese coach was seen playfully slapping his players during a training session ahead of their Europa League clash against Bodo/Glimt.

In his first match, the Red Devils were held to a 1-1 draw by Ipswich on Sunday.

In a video shared on social media, Amorim is seen sharing a moment with Man United players before their training session on Tuesday.

According to The Mirror, Amorim asked for a traditional welcome for injured players Kobbie Mainoo, Lisandro Martinez, and Luke Shaw.

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Amorim was seen jokingly pushing the players above to welcome them back. They ran through the tunnel as the other players cheered.

The Portuguese coach is aiming for his first win on Thursday in the Europa League. They are unbeaten in five games and will be aiming to continue that run.

Fans react to Amorim slapping players

@sthedoingthings:

"They're too playful. Start winning games you clowns."

@Sensei7back:

"You can tell Luke Shaw has never seen this kind of love from a manager in his life."

@SeruyangeS:

"Smiled watching this. I just hope Shaw won't be injured after that."

@Quazyjaey:

"I love this team mahn, no matter how much they break my heart."😭😭

@illussatire:

"This club needs more chemistry, and he is trying to build it."

@BradleyCarl256:

"He loves his players and his players love him.. they'll fight for him i know that for sure."

Amorim criticises one player after Ipswich game

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YEN.com.gh has also reported that Amorim called out one player after the Ipswich stalemate.

After the entertaining contest, Amorim warned that his players needed more time to understand his ideas.

The Red Devils made a perfect start but conceded an equaliser later in the first half.

Source: TUKO.co.ke