Watch as Ruben Amorim bursts out laughing after he is asked about touchy subject on Man Utd post-season tour
RUBEN AMORIM burst out laughing after being asked about a touchy subject.
The Manchester United boss appeared unsure of how to respond to a question he was asked after his side were
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Ruben Amorim burst out laughing in the press conference
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Alejandro Garnacho is expected to leave Old Trafford this summer
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Amorim, 40, stared down towards his hands when a reporter posed a question about Alejandro Garnacho's future.
When the reporter used the word "hopeful" in regards to Amorim's feelings about Garnacho staying, the Portuguese boss burst out laughing.
He was giggling to himself and appeared amused by the question, which was answered by someone else.
One fan thought it was a telltale sign that Garnacho is leaving, with some supporting Amorim's approach.
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A supporter reacted saying: "I love Amorim what a guy 😂"
Another added: "He doesn't hide it. That's the best part. No diplomacy. Its high time the divas of the club are thrown out."
A third wrote: "Ruben is just full of vibes 😂😂"
And another commented: "Because Garnacho is history."
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Amad Diallo and Alejandro Garnacho show middle finger to fans during Man Utd's post-season tour in Malaysia
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