Manchester United have been lining up in a 4-3-3 formation in preparation for the home game against Bournemouth, according to The Athletic journalist Laurie Whitwell.
Manager Ruben Amorim told his players in a team meeting before facing Wolverhampton Wanderers that a change was on the cards.
While the Portuguese did not elaborate too much on what he meant, those listening were left with a distinct impression that a tactical shift was on the horizon.
Three of the key players in Amorim’s preferred 3-4-2-1 formation are away on international duty later this month, which has left him with no choice but to switch things up.
Injuries to Matthijs de Ligt and Harry Maguire could also force his hand, and Man United have been working on a 4-3-3 defensive system.
Being without some of his major players for the next few weeks means the Red Devils boss has to be creative, and there could be a change tonight.
Man United have won two and drawn one of their last three league games, and they will look to pick up all three points against tonight’s visitors.
Victory over the Cherries would move United into fifth place in the table, and the result would give them a much-needed boost before they take on Aston Villa and Newcastle United.
The season started on an underwhelming note for the Red Devils, but they have lost just once in their last nine league games after losing three of their opening six matches.
They will be desperate to maintain that form, and Amorim is ready to change his philosophy as long as it delivers the desired results.
