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.

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

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,

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

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