Spotted: Amorim was fuming with Man Utd star last night, he ‘stood out like a sore thumb’

Ruben Amorim was visibly frustrated with Manchester United winger Antony’s ‘mediocre’ performance in their 4-3 loss to Tottenham Hotspur in the Carabao Cup quarter-final, according to Mirror journalist Ryan Taylor.

The Brazilian was given only his second start of the season on Thursday night, and his second under Amorim, but struggled to capitalise on the opportunity to impress the Portuguese manager.

Antony started as one of the playmakers alongside Bruno Fernandes, but he was barely a threat to Spurs’ defence in the first half.

The 24-year-old completed only 13 passes, won four of his 14 duels, and lost possession 11 times before being replaced by Amad Diallo in the 55th minute.

According to Taylor, one particular moment during Antony’s time on the pitch made Amorim ‘bow his head in frustration’ after the £86m signing was dispossessed by Yves Bissouma in the first half: