Ruben Amorim said he was thankful that Amad's late hat trick against Southampton made a post-match conversation with Manchester United co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe go smoothly.

Amorim would like United to build up with a genuine three at the back, rather than the four it has been when protection is the first priority. At Anfield, United took the lead because Martinez sensed a moment to press high, snapping into Mohamed Salah to win the ball and then stay up to receive Fernandes’ slipped pass.

Amad Diallo scored his first career hat trick rescuing Manchester United against Southampton in the Premier League.