Ruben Amorim hit back at criticism of Bruno Fernandes’ midfield role after Manchester United’s 3-0 defeat to Manchester City on Sunday.

United barely troubled City at the Etihad Stadium as a first-half header from Phil Foden and a double from Erling Haaland after the break sealed the win for Pep Guardiola’s side.

Fernandes, meanwhile, played in a midfield two alongside Manuel Ugarte for the majority of the game but struggled to make an impact at either end of the pitch.

The United captain has primarily played as an attacking role in a midfield trio since joining Old Trafford five years ago, but Amorim is adamant his playing system is not having a negative impact on the 31-year-old’s performance.

When asked if changing Fernandes’ position is compromising United’s team, Amorim pointed to

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