Ruben Amorim has played down the prospect of Manchester United strengthening their squad in the January window but insisted that he wants to keep his best players following speculation that Kobbie Mainoo could leave Old Trafford.

Mikel Arteta believes Ruben Amorim is taking over Manchester United in a “better place” than when he was handed the reins at Arsenal. Amorim was appointed Manchester United boss in November after the club parted ways with Erik ten Hag.

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta believes Manchester United will be a different proposition in Sunday's FA Cup third-round clash as a result of extra training time with Ruben Amorim.

Man United will have a week-long gap between games for the first time since August but their team at Arsenal will not be unchanged.

Ruben Amorim insisted he wants to hang on to Kobbie Mainoo amid speculation Manchester United are willing to offload the teenage midfielder this month.

Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim says he wants to keep Kobbie Mainoo amid transfer links with Chelsea. The 19-year-old is considered a key player at Old Trafford after emerging last season under the tutelage of Erik ten Hag.

Ruben Amorim will speak to journalists today to preview the clash and provide any January transfer window updates. Marcus Rashford's future at the club is likely to be mentioned, with the academy graduate looking set for a move away from Old Trafford.

Manchester United 's manager, Ruben Amorim, has stressed the club needs to polish its player recruitment strategy. The 39-year-old coach feels the club should target players who can cope with the pressures of playing at Old Trafford. He also highlighted the significance of developing young talents in their academy.

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