Former Manchester United captain Harry Maguire appears to have finally lived up to his £80 million billing thanks to his resurgence under Ruben Amorim, who took over as manager in November.

Amorim would like United to build up with a genuine three at the back, rather than the four it has been when protection is the first priority. At Anfield, United took the lead because Martinez sensed a moment to press high, snapping into Mohamed Salah to win the ball and then stay up to receive Fernandes’ slipped pass.