Amorim is expected to move United to a back three for his opening game at Ipswich with two hard-working midfielders—former player Manuel Ugarte included—offering an aggressive buffer ahead of the back line. The switch should offer more defensive solidity from the outset.

Rúben Amorim has told Manchester United fans that his team will play "without fear" in his first interview since being appointed the club's new head coach.

Manchester United’s new boss Ruben Amorim has been to Carrington to greet some of his new players and told them they will have fun together.The Portuguese jetted to Manchester earlier in the week