Raghuraman: In possession, there are subtle differences in United’s approach under Ten Hag and Amorim. Their direct speed (defined as the distance the ball is advanced towards the opposition goal in meters per second) has dropped from 1.1 under Ten Hag to 0.9 under Amorim, and their direct attacks per 90 has marginally increased from 2.6 to 2.7.

The club sit 15th in the Premier League - perhaps short-term pain under Amorim will lead to long-term gain, but so far, there is scant evidence it will

Since taking charge of Manchester United in November, Ruben Amorim has been facing a tough period at the helm of the Red Devils. With United currently sitting at a worrying 15th place in the Premier League,