Amorim could mix things up further by moving the Dutchman to the central centre-back position and Maguire to the left. Maguire has experience playing as the left-sided defender in a three for England and Hull City but he is more of a ball-carrying centre-back than a passer.

Manchester United head coach Ruben Amorim has admitted that he's "fighting for his job" in the second half of the season while accepting that the club has taken "a risk" with their approach in the January transfer window.

Manchester United find themselves in a desperate period but surely Ruben Amorim's hints at his job being in peril are premature?

United were left emptyhanded when the window slammed shut, meaning Amorim’s request for a new striker was ignored. For the remainder of the season, his only attacking options are Rasmus Hojlund, Joshua Zirkzee, Amad Diallo and Alejandro Garnacho…

Ruben Amorim breaks silence on Marcus Rashford exit as Manchester United boss admits transfer 'risk' - Man United boss refuses to be drawn on the forward’s departure

Ruben Amorim admits Manchester United have taken a risk with their transfer business and that everyone is "fighting" for their jobs until the summer.

Manchester United flops Joshua Zirkzee and Rasmus Hojlund have been warned that Ruben Amorim has ‘no faith’ left in them. The two centre forwards, who have cost United more than £100million combined in recent years, have both flattered to deceive since their respective arrivals in the Premier League.

Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim has shown that he can be ruthless towards some of his squad, including Marcus Rashford.

Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim has told Marcus Rashford he needs to change if he wants to win back his place in the club’s match day squad.