Harry Maguire revealed he had ticked an ambition off his wish list by finally winning at Anfield with Manchester United – and admitted it was preying on his mind that it might be his last chance to do so before leaving Old Trafford.

Rating the players from Manchester United's 2-1 win at Liverpool as they secured a first Premier League victory at Anfield in nine years

Maguire's winning goal to sink Liverpool at Anfield could have huge implications for himself, Ruben Amorim and Arne Slot in the long run

While the public backing from Sir Jim Ratcliffe, as well as private support from Omar Berrada and Jason Wilcox, has been there, this was a result to ease the external pressure. Coming on a first visit to a venue that now bears new signage marking Liverpool’s 20 league titles, the same number as United’s record, adds extra substance.

Harry Maguire scored the winner for Manchester United against Liverpool to underline his importance to Ruben Amorim's team.

In years to come, Harry Maguire’s redemption arc will be studied. More immediately, it should be used as the template for his manager and many of his Manchester United team-mates.