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.

He challenged his players to show the mindset that earned a 2-2 draw at Liverpool on Jan 5 on a more regular basis. Read more at straitstimes.com.

Ruben Amorim believes the remainder of Manchester United’s “hard” season will be a “rollercoaster” but that performances will improve with more training sessions. United defeated Southampton 3-1 on Thursday night thanks to Amad’s late hat-trick to move Amorim’s side up to 12th in the Premier League,