Gary Neville believes Jose Mourinho will be forced into playing three at the back in a bid to sure up Manchester United’s defence.
Victor Lindelof and Eric Bailly formed a defensive partnership against Brighton on Sunday but both were at fault for goals scored by the hosts.
United’s shaky backline meant the visitors lost the clash at the Amex 3-2, putting an early dent in their title hopes.
Speaking after the game, the United legend said Mourinho could be forced to play three centre-backs because he has no natural leaders.
"What we’ve seen today are two players in Eric Bailly and Victor Lindelof who are lacking confidence a little bit," said the former Red Devils full-back on The Gary Neville Podcast.
"Or maybe they aren’t quite good enough. Maybe the answer lies somewhere in between.
"I think it will force Manchester United and Jose Mourinho to go three at the back.
"I think, with the centre-backs he’s got, he will resort to that.
"When I look at the centre-back partnerships that he had at Chelsea, they had power and strength in his teams. He hasn’t got that here yet."
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