Ruben Amorim six-man transfer shortlist at Man United as Viktor Gyokeres statement made

Ruben Amorim, the new manager of Manchester United, has already been surrounded by transfer rumours despite only being in charge for a few days. Officially taking the reins on November 11, Amorim has yet to oversee his first match due to the international break.

However, he's been busy at Carrington, training his squad in his preferred 3-4-3 formation – a tactical approach that could influence United's activity in future transfer windows. The Red Devils have previously played in a 4-2-3-1 formation under Erik ten Hag, but won't have much time to adjust.

The January transfer window is notoriously challenging for business, with clubs often unwilling to sell and good deals scarce. Yet, with United currently sitting in 13th place and at risk of missing out on Champions League football for successive seasons, they may be compelled to act.

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Despite having the highest net spend of any football club globally over the past decade (£1.08 billion), United are keen to change their old habits after spending £600m under Ten Hag. The appointment of a new head coach marks a new era, and this fresh approach could trigger a significant player turnover.

United's manager, Amorim, has a priority to address the team's defence. With Victor Lindelof and Jonny Evans' contracts ending this season and Harry Maguire potentially leaving unless an extra year is added to his contract, reinforcements are needed, reports the Mirror.

Despite signing Leny Yoro and Matthijs de Ligt last summer, United reportedly still have their sights set on Everton's Jarrad Branthwaite. Previous bids