Ian Wright has claimed that Kobbie Mainoo's resurgence under Michael Carrick at Manchester United ought to leave Ruben Amorim feeling rather sheepish. The midfielder, who found himself sidelined during Amorim's spell in charge, has emerged as a crucial component in United's impressive run of results since Carrick stepped in as interim boss.

Their latest victory over Tottenham Hotspur represented United's fourth successive win since Carrick took charge last month. Mainoo has featured for the entire duration in nearly every match under Carrick's stewardship, contributing to wins against Manchester City, Arsenal, Fulham and Spurs that have propelled United into fourth spot in the Premier League table.

The homegrown talent had been mulling over a January departure during Amorim's time at the helm, with Napoli expressing keen interest.

Yet Amorim's sacking has proved transformative for the youngster, who has registered two assists alongside numerous vital contributions over the last month.

Wright, the former Arsenal and England striker who has long championed Mainoo, reckons that whilst his recent displays bolster Carrick's reputation, they simultaneously cast Amorim in an unfavourable light.

On the Premier League World Show after the Spurs victory, he remarked:...