Manchester United is preparing for a tactical shake-up as new head coach Rúben Amorim looks to implement his signature 3-4-3 formation, a system that brought him considerable success at Sporting CP. Under this setup, promising talents Yoro and Anthony are expected to start, while young midfielder Kobbie Mainoo could be loaned out to gain more experience.
Amorim’s debut match in charge is set to be against Ipswich Town, and fans are already speculating about his plans for key players, including Marcus Rashford. Reports suggest Rashford may take on the No. 9 role in the revamped system, a move influenced by the recent struggles of other forwards like Rasmus Højlund and Joshua Zirkzee. With Rashford netting four goals this season—outscoring both Højlund and Zirkzee—Amorim might see him as the ideal focal point of United’s attack.
This shift could also create opportunities for players like Alejandro Garnacho and Amad Diallo, who might feature in the wing-forward positions alongside Bruno Fernandes in the attacking trio.
In midfield, Amorim is expected to rely on Manuel Ugarte, a trusted player from his Sporting days, to partner with Mainoo in a deep-lying role. However, with Mainoo potentially heading out on loan, United may explore options to strengthen the midfield further.
The wing-back roles are likely to be filled by the in-form Noussair Mazraoui on the right and either Luke Shaw or Diogo Dalot on the left, adding balance and width to the new system.
As the January transfer window approaches, United is also rumored to be eyeing three promising talents on loan to bolster the squad. Amorim’s tactical approach and transfer strategy signal a new era for Manchester United, with fans eagerly awaiting how his vision unfolds at Old Trafford.