Manchester United coach Ruben Amorim admitted that he has been in regular contact with former legendary coach Sir Alex Ferguson since his arrival at Old Trafford.
Ferguson retired in 2013 after winning a 13th Premier League title, ending a history-changing reign that began in 1986, although He got off to a rocky start.
The Scot, now 83, remains a regular presence at Old Trafford as manager even after his ambassadorial salary was cut as part of cost-saving measures.
Amorim is the sixth permanent manager to be appointed in the almost 12 years since Ferguson stepped down, with none of the other five able to live up to the standards previously set.
The Portuguese, who will soon be 40 and is still at the beginning of his coaching career, has revealed his willingness to benefit from the knowledge and experience that Ferguson has to offer.
“I've spoken to Sir Alex several times. I'm trying to contact him to stay positive,” Amorim said. BBC Radio 5 Live during Another tough weekend for the team.
“It's really good because I feel the history of the club but it's really difficult, because they've done a good job, to be the guy leading the team at this moment. It's really difficult but we have to believe.”
Amorim was up front and honest about United's shortcomings when he faced the press after the 3-1 defeat, even suggesting his team It may be the worst in the club's 147-year history. He is also determined to stick to his tactical system and principles, even while self-admitting that it is almost impossible for players to adapt to it mid-season and with minimal opportunity to train.
