Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim will take charge of his first Premier League game against Ipswich Town tomorrow.
The United fans are eager to see how the team will line up in his preferred 3-4-3 formation.
Amorim has dropped strong hints that Diogo Dalot and Noussair Mazraoui could feature as wing-backs in his debut United game.
In an interview with Sky Sports, he said: “We should start with full-backs because to teach a winger how to defend is harder.”
Amorim is right to start with a cautious approach
United have rarely employed a back-three with previous managers over the last decade, preferring a traditional back-four system.
Dalot and Mazraoui are tipped to take the right and left wing-back positions.
There was speculation among United fans about whether Antony or Alejandro Garnacho may be used in those roles, as Amorim typically prefers one wing-back to be more attack-minded.
However, a cautious approach at the start makes sense. It will give the players time to adjust to the new style of play.
Dalot and Mazraoui will play a pivotal role as they are the only fully fit full-backs available to Amorim.
While Luke Shaw and Tyrell Malacia have returned to training after long-term injuries, neither has been declared fit to start.
It is highly possible that one of the wingers will be used as a substitute in the second half in a wing-back role.
Amorim will face plenty of challenges when selecting his front three.
Rasmus Hojlund is expected to lead the attack as the number nine, with Bruno Fernandes likely to play behind him.
This leaves one spot open for Marcus Rashford, Amad Diallo or Garnacho.
