Manchester United are in a better position right now. They have won two of their last three games, including a 2-0 win against Sunderland before the international break. Ruben Amorim’s side showed signs of improvement, easing the pressure on the Red Devils’ manager.
They play against Liverpool after the international break, which should be a tough game. However, the Reds have lost their last three games in all competitions and are looking disjointed under Arne Slot. Their biggest weakness seems to be in defence, and so Amorim will look to exploit that with some of his attacking talents.
Mason Mount was the star against Sunderland, and could be in line for a start again, but if he were to start, one of Bryan Mbeumo or Matheus Cunha would need to be benched in Amorim’s 3-4-3 formation. Instead, the United boss could decide to play a 4-2-3-1 formation. If he were to change formation, his starting XI against Liverpool could look seriously strong...
1. GK - Senne Lammens
Lammens was impressive in his debut against Sunderland, could he finally be Man United's answer to the goalkeeper position. | Getty Images
2. LB - Luke Shaw
If Amorim were to switch to four at the back, he could play Shaw in his natural left-back position, rather than shoehorning him in at centre-back. | Manchester United via Getty Images
3. CB - Matthijs De Ligt
De Ligt was left out of Ronald Koeman's Netherlands squad, which came as a surprise as the Man United star has been one of Amorim's best defensive players this season. | Manchester United via Getty Imag
4. CB - Leny Yoro
Yoro has looked much more assured this season compared to last year, and he is slowly developing into a good Premier League centre-back. | Manchester United via Getty Imag