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

Jamie Carragher believes Manchester United should sell Alejandro Garnacho if they receive a ‘good offer’ for the winger and says it ‘would not be the end of the world’ if he left Old Trafford. Garnacho has been heavily linked with a move away from United during the January transfer window,