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 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,

At the end of their two-hour slugfest with Arsenal, Man United had a full back at centre back, a midfielder at wing back and a centre back up front.

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.

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

A full recap of everything Ruben Amorim had to say in his pre-match press conference ahead of the clash with Southampton.

Ruben Amorim has insisted Alejandro Garnacho has a long-term future at Manchester United despite interest from Napoli.

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.

Manchester United face Southampton in the Premier League later today, so we simulated the clash to predict what could happen.