Ruben Amorim Man United latest LIVE - Gareth Southgate stance, Zidane links, Glasner comments

Hello and welcome to the Manchester Evening News' live coverage of Manchester United on Wednesday, October 1.

Pressure is continuing to build on Ruben Amorim following United's disappointing start to the Premier League campaign. The recent 3-1 defeat to Brentford was yet another setback for the Reds.

However, despite pressure from the outside, reports claim Sir Jim Ratcliffe, United's decision maker, is continuing to back the Portuguese boss.

Nonetheless, that hasn't stopped speculation swirling with some media outlets claiming the club had compiled a three-man shortlist, with Gareth Southgate, Andoni Iraola and Oliver Glasner on that list.

Brighton boss Fabian Hurzeler has also been linked with a move to Old Trafford, as has former Real Madrid icon Zinedine Zidane.

We'll bring you all the latest news on the Portuguese head coach and the latest transfer rumours ahead of the January transfer window.

Stay tuned for all the latest from Old Trafford throughout the day....

Gareth Southgate would reject an approach from Manchester United if Ruben Amorim is sacked, reports our sister title the Daily Star.

Southgate was one of the leading contenders to become United boss back in March 2024, when club chiefs were considering the future of Erik ten Hag.

But Southgate involvement as England manager at the time proved a major stumbling block.

United were keen to talk to Southgate, but he was determined to remain focused on leading his Three Lions into the Euros that summer.

Southgate has not returned to football since stepping down from his England job. He has focused on speaking engagements, motivational work and has also secured a job hosting a show on the BBC.

Amad and Tyrell Malacia are both back in first-team training on