Overview

• Manchester Evening News reports the board still supports Ruben Amorim, with co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe wanting to give him more time.
• Amorim’s league return stands at 37 points from a possible 102 since his appointment, a figure cited in new coverage of his position.
• Last month’s Carabao Cup loss to League Two Grimsby Town led senior officials to clarify that Amorim would continue in his role.
• Former Spain midfielder Gaizka Mendieta says Xavi would be tempted by Manchester United if the project felt right, though no approach has been announced.
• Wes Brown argues wins will quiet criticism from ex-players such as Wayne Rooney and Gary Neville, with a 2-0 victory over Sunderland offering brief respite before Liverpool on Sunday.