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.

Cristiano Ronaldo has sent a heartfelt message to Manchester United head coach Ruben Amorim.Amorim began work as United’s new boss at the start of the week and became the club’s second-ever