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.

Amad Diallo scored a stunning late hat-trick as Manchester United turned what seemed certain to be an embarrassing loss into a thrilling win over Southampton at Old Trafford.United looked like they

Manchester United hope to win their first Premier League match in a month when they host last-place Southampton.

That concerns Vitor Reis, who is expected to become Manchester City’s first signing of what is proving to be an increasingly active transfer window for the reigning Premier League champions, who are often quiet in the winter market.

Pep Guardiola has said Erling Haaland's huge new contract shows the striker has "trust" in Manchester City. On Friday, Haaland penned a record-breaking 9½-year deal which will keep him at the Etihad Stadium until 2034.