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.

Manchester United boss Ruben Amorim refused to lay blame on any individual players following the club's recent struggles.

Harder is reportedly on Manchester United's radar should they not be able to persuade Gyokeres to reunite with Amorim at Old Trafford. The 19-year-old is earning plaudits and looks to be Sporting's next breakout star. He is a player the Red Devils head coach knows all about.

A mentality change underpinned Man United's best performance under Ruben Amorim at Liverpool and it has grown since then.

Ruben Amorim has warned Manchester United fans that the rest of the season is going to be a "rollercoaster." United followed up positive performances against Liverpool and Arsenal with a lacklustre display against the Premier League's bottom side Southampton on Thursday.

Could Ruben Amorim's pursuit of Premier League defender solve Manchester United's left-back crisis? Fans will be eager to see if the club makes its move before the transfer window slams shut.