Overview

• Ruben Amorim said he will not abandon his 3-4-3, declaring that "not even the Pope" could persuade a switch, while stressing any changes would be gradual.
• Sir Jim Ratcliffe met Amorim at Carrington and, according to the manager, offered a show of support during what was described as routine discussions.
• Matheus Cunha and Mason Mount are fit and included in the squad to face Chelsea, Diogo Dalot remains sidelined, and Lisandro Martinez is training on grass but is not yet available.
• Manchester United sit 14th with four points after a 3-0 derby defeat to Manchester City and a shock Carabao Cup exit to Grimsby Town.
• Amorim said no place is guaranteed as he weighs selections, while pundits suggest a heavy Chelsea defeat could escalate speculation about his job.