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

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.

Three goals in the space of the last 12 minutes changed the complexion of the game as Manchester United eventually ran out 3-1 winners against bottom-of-the-table Southampton at Old Trafford on