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.

RUBEN AMORIM has revealed the low point of his Old Trafford reign left him “embarrassed” – but also happy to be Manchester United manager. The boss has had a mixed time at the

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 revealed his "embarrassing" low point as Manchester United's head coach during a tumultuous first two months at the club. The Portuguese tactician arrived from his dominant empire at Sporting in November and was quickly reminded what defeat tasted like, with six in his first 11 games at the helm.

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

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