Jamie Carragher reveals 'radical' true feelings on new Man United boss Ruben Amorim

Former Liverpool defender Jamie Carragher has high expectations for new Manchester United head coach Ruben Amorim ahead of his first game in charge of the club.

Amorim was appointed United manager the same week as Erik ten Hag was sacked by Ineos. However, an agreement with the Lisbon club meant he did not leave Sporting to start his new role at Old Trafford until November 11.

As such, the Portuguese has had two weeks of uninterrupted time to settle in and become acquainted with the United squad before leading them at Ipswich Town on Sunday. Following a historically poor start to the Premier League season, the Reds will be hoping for an immediate change in fortunes and Carragher believes that Amorim could be the man to do just that.

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"It can take years for a manager to perfect his football ideals, but the best require only one game to show the world what they are," Carragher wrote in his Telegraph column. "That is why Ruben Amorim’s introduction as Manchester United manager is the most eagerly anticipated Premier League debut in years.

"I cannot wait to see United take on Ipswich Town on Sunday afternoon because we are about to witness one of the most radical mid-season changes in formation and strategy ever imposed by one of the elite clubs. Facing the side fourth from bottom might seem a gentle introduction to English football for Amorim but my suspicion is it will be much trickier than many think.

"Amorim’s introduction of the 3-4-3 that was so successful at Sporting Lisbon means United’s players will be adapting to an entirely new approach. Longer-term, we can expect a