However, while the current boss has overseen just one new arrival since succeeding Erik ten Hag, Mourinho quickly went about building the Red Devils in his image. The two goalscorers in United’s 2–0 win over Ajax in the final were their most expensive acquisitions in the previous summer’s transfer window.

Manchester United and Tottenham will meet in an all-English final in the Europa League later with both clubs hoping to end a dismal season on a high note.

Manchester United have been forced into a significant change of kit for today’s Europa League final against Tottenham. Ruben Amorim’s side take on Ange Postecoglou’s men in Bilbao, with a lucrative place in next year’s Champions League up for grabs for the winner.