In his first interview since moving to Old Trafford, Amorim says he is inspired by the club’s history of glory and tragedy and wants to imprint a new identity on his players

Despite being 13th in the table, United are only four points shy of the top four as things stand, making it a very achievable goal for Amorim. While securing Champions League qualification for next season has to be the main aim for the 39-year-old, his first mission is to try and install an identity at Old Trafford again.

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.