Manchester United head coach Ruben Amorim has admitted that he has been in regular contact with legendary former manager Sir Alex Ferguson since arriving at Old Trafford.

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.

As Ruben Amorim’s Manchester United tenure continues to stutter, Sir Alex Ferguson – whose recommendations haven't always paid dividends – has already given his advice

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

Ruben Amorim has been told to 'keep positive' by Sir Alex Ferguson after Manchester United's 3-1 home defeat by Brighton on Sunday

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.

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