David Beckham sounds cautiously optimistic about the progress at Manchester United under Ruben Amorim, saying things are going int he right direction…slowly.

The Red Devils beat Crystal Palace 2-1 at Selhurst Park on Sunday afternoon, with second half goals from Joshua Zirkzee and Mason Mount.

It came after a woeful defeat at home to Everton on Monday night and a slow start to the game against the Eagles.

Jean-Phillipe Mateta put Palace ahead from the penalty spot and the home side held a deserved lead at half-time before the visitors improved and the Eagles faded.

Manchester United legend Beckham has backed Amorim, although is not exactly getting over-excited about the progress under the Portuguese.

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