As Ruben Amorim’s Manchester United tenure continues to stutter, Sir Alex Ferguson – whose recommendations haven't always paid dividends – has already given his advice

Ruben Amorim has revealed what Sir Alex Ferguson told him just before Manchester United ’s dismal 3-1 loss to Brighton. It appeared that United had turned a corner at the turn of the new year but Sunday’s performance at Old Trafford showed they still have a long way to go as they were outclassed by the Seagulls.

Ruben Amorim has been told to 'keep positive' by Sir Alex Ferguson after Manchester United's 3-1 home defeat by Brighton on Sunday