Wayne Rooney gives honest verdict on Ruben Amorim as he urges Man Utd players to 'step up' amid nightmare season

The United legend heaped praise on manager Amorim for trying to stamp a clear identity on the United team. He also urged every Red Devils player to "step up" so that the club can finish what has been a terrible campaign on a respectable note.

Speaking to United's official website, Rooney said: "It's been a difficult season, there's no denying that, all season. But the new manager has come in, and I really like him. The way he handles himself and speaks with the media, he's been really good. It's probably more about getting through this season now and, hopefully, starting to implement his style more and getting players in to move the club forward."

The former Plymouth Argyle and Derby boss also spoke highly of Red Devils' young sensation Amad Diallo, who is currently out injured, as he added: "I think he's been great. I tried to sign him for Derby when I was at Derby on loan. I thought I had him, really. I think it was the next day that he went to Rangers out of the blue.

"He has been fantastic, with the goals he's scored, [his] creativity and work-rate. He's been a breath of fresh air, and, of course, we'd like a few more players to step up."

Amorim's side will be back in action this Thursday as they face Real Sociedad in the second leg of their Europa League round of 16 fixture at Old Trafford, having drawn the first leg 1-1 in Spain last week.