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.

Manchester United had spent £600 million on purchases during Erik ten Hag’s reign as manager that lasted a little over two years. Amorim, who replaced the sacked ten Hag in November, could only make one purchase worth £25 million in the January transfer window in comparison.

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,