Diogo Dalot can operate on either side but, having been last season’s player of the year, his form has perhaps suffered from switching so often. Noussair Mazraoui has been an excellent buy but possibly lacks the attacking flair Amorim would want in that role and may be better suited to the back three.

Ruben Amorim is adamant there will be "no excuses" if Manchester United do not beat Everton on Sunday despite having limited time to prepare for the game.