Sir Alex Ferguson's advice to Ruben Amorim was simple, but can Manchester United turn things around before it's too late?

Manchester United crashed to a dismal 3-1 defeat against Brighton as Ruben Amorim's problems mounted on the day Old Trafford paid a sombre tribute to legendary striker Denis Law. It was a depressing result on an emotional day for United after Law passed away on Friday.

Portuguese Man United coaches continue to provide the best copy from press conferences and Ruben Amorim channelled Jose Mourinho on Sunday.

Manchester United remain 13th in the Premier League table following a dismal 3-1 defeat at home to Brighton, with new manager Ruben Amorim facing the same old problems

The cover of Thursday’s United Review pays a poignant tribute to The King, Denis Law, following the announcement of his passing. This special edition of the matchday programme is fronted by a striking image of The Lawman, posing proudly in his beloved red shirt at Old Trafford in August 1968.

Ruben Amorim has revealed what Sir Alex Ferguson told him just before Manchester United ’s dismal 3-1 loss to Brighton. It appeared that United had turned a corner at the turn of the new year but Sunday’s performance at Old Trafford showed they still have a long way to go as they were outclassed by the Seagulls.

Ruben Amorim has won just six of his 14 games as Man Utd boss and has been handed advice by Sir Alex Ferguson - whose messages have backfired in the past.

Ruben Amorim branded his team as the worst “maybe in the history of Manchester United ” after a 3-1 defeat against Brighton on Sunday led to the team being booed off the pitch at Old Trafford.