Amorim would like United to build up with a genuine three at the back, rather than the four it has been when protection is the first priority. At Anfield, United took the lead because Martinez sensed a moment to press high, snapping into Mohamed Salah to win the ball and then stay up to receive Fernandes’ slipped pass.

Tyrell Malacia has been out injured for Man United for some while and has only recently returned, but Ruben Amorim wants to sell the player to raise funds in order that the Red Devils can freshen up

Man United's players started to arrive at Old Trafford at around 4pm ahead of Thursday night's Premier League clash with Southampton.

Ruben Amorim said he will learn more about his players when they face Southampton than during the performances against Liverpool and Arsenal.

Ruben Amorim is expecting to find out more about his Manchester United players against Southampton than he did in games with Liverpool and Arsenal. United produced two of the better performances under their new head coach in recent weeks in the 2-2 draw with Liverpool in the Premier League before beating Arsenal in the FA Cup third round,

Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim has challenged his squad to show more consistency in their forthcoming fixtures.

Ruben Amorim has said it is "clear" that Alejandro Garnacho can have a bright future at Manchester United despite reports linking him with an Old Trafford exit during the January transfer window.But United have distanced themselves from suggestions that Garnacho could leave this month despite links with Napoli.

Ruben Amorim has said it is ‘clear’ Alejandro Garnacho can have a bright future at Manchester United despite reports linking him with a move away this month. Sunday’s FA Cup match at Arsenal, which United went on to win in a penalty shoot-out,