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 manager Ruben Amorim admitted limiting January signings to just two players was a "big risk," prioritising long-term stability over quick fixes, despite United's struggles and a growing injury crisis,

Jettisoning Ruud van Nistelrooy was one of the first things Ruben Amorim did as Man United head coach in November.