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.

Man Utd have two home games this week and they should be aiming to take six points off Southampton and Brighton.

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

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,

The Red Devils have looked a different animal all together recently and to no surprise, it’s come with the demotion of Casemiro and Christian Eriksen in midfield to the promotion of Manuel Ugarte and Kobbie Mainoo.

Ruben Amorim refused to discuss reports linking Marcus Rashford with a move to Barcelona. The England forward has confirmed he is looking for a fresh challenge after falling out of favour under the United boss.

Man Utd are in fourth round action in the FA Youth Cup on Friday night and Ruben Amorim has watched some of their games.

Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim praised his side’s battling performance after their FA Cup victory over Arsenal at the Emirates Stadium on Sunday.

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.