Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta believes Manchester United will be a different proposition in Sunday's FA Cup third-round clash as a result of extra training time with Ruben Amorim.

Mikel Arteta believes Ruben Amorim is taking over Manchester United in a “better place” than when he was handed the reins at Arsenal. Amorim was appointed Manchester United boss in November after the club parted ways with Erik ten Hag.

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta is impressed by the impact new boss Ruben Amorim has had on Manchester United, and expects it to be a beautiful game when the two teams face off in the FA Cup third round on Sunday.

During an appearance on Sky Sports Italy’s show ‘Calciomercato l’Originale’, Massimo Marianella reported that Arsenal have held initial talks with United for Rashford. Marianella added that United are demanding a €25 million (£20.9m) fee for the 27-year-old.

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Man United will have a week-long gap between games for the first time since August but their team at Arsenal will not be unchanged.

Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford is available for Sunday's FA Cup third-round tie at Arsenal after falling ill, manager Ruben Amorim said on Friday.

Amorim expecting improved Manchester Utd performance at Arsenal 10/01/2025 Carrington Training centre, manchester, Uk