Amorim: My biggest issue is United players believing pundit criticism of system

RUBEN AMORIM has claimed criticism about his formation is getting into the heads of his Manchester United players and affecting their mindset.

- BY DAVID McDONNELL

United legends, including Wayne Rooney, Paul Scholes and Nicky Butt, have criticised the Portuguese head coach's 3-4-3 system and tactical approach in the past week.

Amorim, whose side are 14th in the Premier League after taking just seven points from 18, admitted the criticism from former United stars and other pundits was putting doubts in the minds of his players. "I understand when people think, 'What would this team be like in a different system?" said Amorim.

"Maybe this team would win more games. But if we don't change certain things, we are not going to win titles, even if we change to 4-3-3 or 4-4-2.

"That is my point with the players. I don't want to change your mind, but my players, I guarantee you, they are listening to all the opinions and they are putting that inside because we are not winning games.