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

Manchester United boss Ruben Amorim says his team needs time to "build a different way of playing". Since Amorim's arrival in November, the Red Devils have impressed most in away games against big sides - drawing at Anfield and winning 2-1 at Etihad Stadium in the Premier League before beating Arsenal on penalties in the FA Cup.

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’s resurgence under Ruben Amorim has been defined by their strong showings in high-stakes encounters.In the Portuguese manager’s brief tenure since replacing Erik ten Hag in

Manchester United head coach Ruben Amorim has praised his team's recent resurgence, highlighting their performances against Liverpool and Arsenal.