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      Matheus Cunha drops telling message over Wolves future with Man Utd and Arsenal ‘chasing January transfer’

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      MATHEUS Cunha dropped a telling seven-word transfer message with Arsenal circling over a shock January transfer.Both the Gunners and Man Utd are interested in a January move for the Wolves star, according to reports.Matheus Cunha has been targetted by Arsenal and Manchester UnitedCredit: GettyThe Brazilian scored directly from a corner in Boxing Day’s 2-0 victory over the Red Devils, with Hwang Hee-chan scoring the second late on.Cunha’s goal inflicted further misery on new boss Ruben Amorim, whose side appear to be going backwards and slipping down the Premier League table.Speaking after Boxing Day’s huge victory, Cunha said: “I feel so happy to be here.”The result saw Wolves climb out of the relegation zone, providing some much-needed Christmas cheer after a dismal start to the season.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLCunha’s sublime goal – the second time Man Utd conceded directly from a corner within a week – had been worked on in training as set pieces continue to be the Red Devils’ downfall.Cunha added: “It was my first time [scoring from a corner].”We train it a lot. He said to me kick [towards] the goal and we try to manage the goalkeeper.”The Wolves man confirmed he WAS shooting, and revealed he had tried a similar attempt in the first half that was saved.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSAddressing his future, Cunha said: “I feel so happy to be here.”That’s me as a leader of the team and then I give it to Channy [Hwang Hee-chan].Ruben Amorim says Man Utd must find way to end struggles after Wolves loss “I think it’s first goal in the Premier League [this season}n and he says every single day, ‘pass to me please’.”So today, I’m so happy because I got the chance to pass to him, and he scored.”According to The Athletic, Arsenal are long-term admirers of the Wolves star and could pursue a January transfer, however unlikely this may be.Given the recent injury loss of Bukayo Saka, Arsenal are chasing further attacking reinforcements. Raheem Sterling’s injury woes have only added to Mikel Arteta’s need to bolster his attacking ranks.The Brazilian has been the shining light in the Wolves side this season.Cunha has bagged an impressive 10 goals in 18 Premier League appearances.READ MORE SUN STORIESHe has also contributed four assists for his teammates as Wolves have just about kept themselves in the battle for safety.Cunha joined the club back in 2023 on an initial loan deal from Atletico Madrid before the deal was made permanent for £44million.Three Sporting stars Amorim could swoop for after joining Man UtdRUBEN AMORIM has ruled out poaching any of his Sporting Lisbon players in the January transfer window.But the Portuguese side’s chiefs expect Amorim will come calling in the summer – with his cheque book wide open.Here’s are three Sporting starts United could swoop for… but they won’t come cheap:VIKTOR GYOKERESAge: 26Position: StrikerCost: £84millionSwede has shone since joining Sporting last summer from Coventry — catching the eye of all Europe’s top clubs.Hit 43 goals in 50 games last season and boasts 18 strikes already this term.GONCALO INACIOAge: 23Position: DefenderCost: £50millionBall-playing centre-back was handed his debut by Amorim and has since become a key figure in Sporting’s recent title successes.Can also slot in at left-back if required and has 12 caps for Portugal.MORTEN HJULMANDAge: 25Position: MidfieldCost: £40millionDane is one of the top holding midfielders in Portugal — and made skipper by Amorim.He could be the man to replace Casemiro. More

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      Juventus REJECT offer to sign Man Utd’s Marcus Rashford with Italian giants more interested in Joshua Zirkzee transfer

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      JUVENTUS have turned down an offer for Manchester United misfit Marcus Rashford.But incredibly, the Italian giants are more interested in the striker’s Old Trafford team-mate Joshua Zirkzee.Juventus have turned down an offer for Marcus RashfordThe Italian giants are instead interested in United flop Joshua ZirkzeeRashford, left out of Rubin Amorim’s squad for a fourth successive time in the 2-0 Boxing Day loss to Wolves, wants to leave United and is being offered by various agents around Europe.Juventus boss Thiago Motta is on the look-out for January reinforcements and while he is not keen on Rashford, he wants to land Zirkzee from United, the player he managed at Bologna last season.The Dutch forward has struggled since his £36.5million summer move from Bologna. He has scored only four times in 26 appearances although only 10 of them have been starts.READ MORE ON MAN UTDZirkzee, 23, has struggled in English football but his reputation remains strong in Serie A. Motta believes he could help him flourish as a player, having worked so closely with him after signing him from Bayern Munich in 2022.Yet United are unlikely to be willing to suffer a financial hit on a player so soon after shelling out a considerable sum for the forward.Despite Amorim claiming Rashford still has a future at the club, United would be willing to offload the England international.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSYet despite Rashford being offered to several teams, including Barcelona, both the transfer fee and his £350,000-a-week wages are a huge stumbling block.Amorim delivered his most ominous verdict yet on Rashford’s future after United’s woeful defeat at the Molineux on Thursday.Ruben Amorim says Man Utd must find way to end struggles after Wolves loss Asked if Rashford has shown anything different since being left out, Amorim replied: “If he is not here you can make up your mind.”It’s always the same reason it’s going to be.”We have to be the same professionals, I have to be the same guy winning or losing.”Losing, I have to be stronger so I will continue with my idea until the end.”Juve coach Motta, though, could still sign another Englishman and that is Milan centre-back Fikayo Tomori for about £20m.Man Utd ratings vs WolvesBy Ken LawrenceWOLVES landed a shock Boxing Day knockout as Manchester United’s struggles continued.The 2-0 defeat means Ruben Amorim has won just two of the seven Premier League games he has taken charge of.United find themselves 14th in the table and today were not helped by Bruno Fernandes’ red card and Andre Onana letting one in direct from a corner.Here is how SunSport rated the performances…ANDRE ONANA: 4He needed to make an agile save from Jorgen Strand Larsen in the first half, but badly misjudged the flight of Cunha’s corner for the opening goal – his claim that he was obstructed by Matt Doherty was rejected.LENY YORO: 5Recalled but booked after only four minutes for a foul on Cunha, so he was walking on eggshells and was tested by Wolves throughout. Subbed just after the hour mark.HARRY MAGUIRE: 6The England defender did his best to keep United in the game when they were under pressure for long periods – at least he helped to stem the tide until the dying seconds and had a header on target in stoppage time.LISANDRO MARTINEZ: 6Teamed up well with Maguire to stop Wolves from winning this more easily, he stood his ground and produced some important challenges in the latter stages before Wolves caught him on the break with the last action of the game.NOUSSAIR MAZRAOUI: 5Tenacious and determined, but was one of several players given a torrid time by the best player on the pitch – Cunha.MANUEL UGARTE: 5Dispossesed too easily at times, struggled against a lively Wolves attack and was eventually taken off as one of Amorim’s subs following Fernandes’ red card.KOBBIE MAINOO: 5Looked a threat early on, created some good openings, but he was booked after the break as United looked short on ideas. Faded and was subbed.DIOGO DALOT: 6Brought a tremendous save from Jose Sa in the first half in what was a rare bright spot for United – but he had no major influence on a poor team display.AMAD DIALLO: 5Lacked awareness of his team-mates sometimes and looked a shadow of the player who turned the Manchester derby around less than two weeks ago.BRUNO FERNANDES: 3Sent off early in the second half for a second yellow after a challenge on Nelson Semedo, but the captain had cut a frustrated figure before that.RASMUS HOJLUND: 5Became visibly annoyed at times at a lack of service from his team-mates, he had no joy up front and was subbed with 10 minutes left.SUBSCasemiro (for Mainoo, 63 mins): 6Christian Eriksen (for Ugate, 63 mins): 6Antony (for Yoro, 63 mins): 6Alejandro Garnacho (for Amad, 79 mins): 5Joshua Zirkzee (for Hojlund, 79 mins): 5 More

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      Harry Maguire reveals Man Utd weakness that rivals are ‘targeting’ after dreadful 2-0 defeat to Wolves

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      HARRY MAGUIRE fears club are “targeting” Manchester United at set-pieces after a dreadful 2-0 defeat to Wolves. United left Molineux with ten men and three points dropped after goals from Matheus Cunha and Hwang Hee-chan.Harry Maguire fears club are ‘targeting’ Manchester United at set-piecesCunha’s 58 minute opener came direct from a corner – the second time United have conceded such a goal in eight days – and defender Maguire reckons it is becoming a weakness for his side.He said: “To concede again, especially the first goal of the game, set-plays are so important in football matches.”They decide games, a lot of the games when they’re tight and they’re 50/50. “The first goal has been a set-play far too many times against us and it’s disappointing.” READ MORE ON MAN UTDUnited conceded two goals from set-pieces against Arsenal and Tottenham’s Son Heung-min even scored direct from a corner. United have conceded ten goals from set-pieces this season – excluding penalties. Asked how they fix their set-piece problems, Maguire said: “Work, work, work more on the training pitch. “I think teams now are maybe targeting our areas of set-plays. The strange thing is, I don’t feel like we’re conceding many chances from them. Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITS”They’ve had a few set-plays tonight and we’ve dealt with them really well and they’ve gone and scored from one. “I think it’s hard work, keep the belief, things will change. I know that. We have players who can defend the box well. Manchester United Player Ratings vs Wolves”They will change, we’ve just got to stick together.” United now host Newcastle next but do so without Bruno Fernandes following his sending off at Wolves as well as Manuel Ugarte, who is suspended after another yellow card.And manager Ruben Amorim said: “Of course, when you lose, when we don’t win, it’s a step back. “It was really hard with the sending off. The goal was similar against Tottenham. Then, we tried. “Even with one less guy we tried to and I think we were near something but then Wolves scored the second one. “Then, in the end, we tried everything and the transition was 2-0. For us, let’s continue. “Man Utd ratings vs WolvesBy Ken LawrenceWOLVES landed a shock Boxing Day knockout as Manchester United’s struggles continued.The 2-0 defeat means Ruben Amorim has won just two of the seven Premier League games he has taken charge of.United find themselves 14th in the table and today were not helped by Bruno Fernandes’ red card and Andre Onana letting one in direct from a corner.Here is how SunSport rated the performances…ANDRE ONANA: 4He needed to make an agile save from Jorgen Strand Larsen in the first half, but badly misjudged the flight of Cunha’s corner for the opening goal – his claim that he was obstructed by Matt Doherty was rejected.LENY YORO: 5Recalled but booked after only four minutes for a foul on Cunha, so he was walking on eggshells and was tested by Wolves throughout. Subbed just after the hour mark.HARRY MAGUIRE: 6The England defender did his best to keep United in the game when they were under pressure for long periods – at least he helped to stem the tide until the dying seconds and had a header on target in stoppage time.LISANDRO MARTINEZ: 6Teamed up well with Maguire to stop Wolves from winning this more easily, he stood his ground and produced some important challenges in the latter stages before Wolves caught him on the break with the last action of the game.NOUSSAIR MAZRAOUI: 5Tenacious and determined, but was one of several players given a torrid time by the best player on the pitch – Cunha.MANUEL UGARTE: 5Dispossesed too easily at times, struggled against a lively Wolves attack and was eventually taken off as one of Amorim’s subs following Fernandes’ red card.KOBBIE MAINOO: 5Looked a threat early on, created some good openings, but he was booked after the break as United looked short on ideas. Faded and was subbed.DIOGO DALOT: 6Brought a tremendous save from Jose Sa in the first half in what was a rare bright spot for United – but he had no major influence on a poor team display.AMAD DIALLO: 5Lacked awareness of his team-mates sometimes and looked a shadow of the player who turned the Manchester derby around less than two weeks ago.BRUNO FERNANDES: 3Sent off early in the second half for a second yellow after a challenge on Nelson Semedo, but the captain had cut a frustrated figure before that.RASMUS HOJLUND: 5Became visibly annoyed at times at a lack of service from his team-mates, he had no joy up front and was subbed with 10 minutes left.SUBSCasemiro (for Mainoo, 63 mins): 6Christian Eriksen (for Ugate, 63 mins): 6Antony (for Yoro, 63 mins): 6Alejandro Garnacho (for Amad, 79 mins): 5Joshua Zirkzee (for Hojlund, 79 mins): 5Bruno Fernandes got sent off at WolvesCredit: Reuters More

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      ‘Get rid of the lot’ – Man Utd fans fear the worst after learning who will miss Newcastle along with Bruno Fernandes

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      MANCHESTER UNITED fans were left grimacing after realising which two players will miss their next match.United suffered yet more Premier League misery after falling to a 2-0 defeat at Wolves. Bruno Fernandes was sent off against WolvesCredit: ReutersGoals from Matheus Cunha – whose goal was the second United have conceded from a corner in eight days – and Hwang Hee-Chan condemned Ruben Amorim’s side to a third defeat in as many games.And they were not helped after captain Bruno Fernandes got sent off for a second yellow 90 seconds after the break. It means he will miss United’s next game against Newcastle on December 30. But Manuel Ugarte was also booked – meaning he will miss the game too – leaving fans fearing the worst. READ MORE IN FOOTBALLOne said: “No Bruno and Ugarte too vs Newcastle. What’s the point in any of it. Get rid of the lot.”Another added: “No Bruno Fernandes or Manuel Ugarte for Newcastle and now we’re losing on Boxing Day…”One fumed: “No Bruno and Ugarte against Newcastle. That will be another loss sadly.”Another raged: “No Bruno, No Ugarte for Newcastle…. ridiculous.”Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSUnited sink to 14th, with Amorim pointing to Fernandes’ sending off as the beginning of their demise at Wolves.Amorim said: “Of course, when you lose, when we don’t win, it’s a step back. It was really hard with the sending off. Ruben Amorim explains why Marcus Rashford is still exiled at Man Utd despite ‘wanting to play’ “The goal was similar against Tottenham. Then, we tried. Even with one less guy we tried to and I think we were near something but then Wolves scored the second one. “Then, in the end, we tried everything and the transition was 2-0. For us, let’s continue.” Manuel Ugarte also picked up a suspensionCredit: Alamy More

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      Sir Alex Ferguson looks in good spirits after Christmas as Man Utd legend is spotted in stands at EFL match

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      SIR ALEX FERGUSON was the only family member with a huge smile as he sat in the stands at PeterboroughThe ex-Manchester United boss wore a festive grin – while son Darren’s expression became more like the Grinch.Sir Alex Ferguson went through the emotions at PeterboroughCredit: AlamyFergie saw his son Darren’s side trail 3-0 at half-timeCredit: GettyThe Scot, 82, was well wrapped up against the coldCredit: GettyFerguson Junior’s League One strugglers were thumped 3-0 at home by Mansfield.Sir Alex might not have been beaming quite so brightly later – as 78 miles down the road the Red Devils slumped 2-0 at Wolves.But his son was focused on a festive beast of a display from Peterborough that he called “unacceptable”.His legendary dad, 82, defied the chilly weather as he wrapped up warmly and watched on attentively, suggesting his love for the game is as deep as ever.READ MORE ON MAN UTDSir Alex reigned at Old Trafford like none before or since, finally retiring in 1986 after 27 years dripping in trophies.In contrast, 52-year-old Darren has spent most of his managerial career in the EFL, with brief spells in the Championship at Peterborough and Preston.The ex-United midfielder arrived back at Posh for a FOURTH time in charge in January 2023.And he’ll need another happy new year to turn things round as Peterborough sit 17th in the third tier after their Boxing Day beating.Most read in EFLDarren Ferguson labelled his team’s home performance as ‘unacceptable’Credit: AlamyFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSA Will Evans double and a soaring header from Baily Cargill showed its not just Santa’s reindeer with sparkling antlers at Christmas – as the Stags romped to a 3-0 half-time lead.Posh defender George Nevett. 16, was then given a straight red for a foul five minutes from time.Sir Alex Ferguson saved my Man Utd career with 10-word comment after I started going out every night, says Rio Ferdinand By that stage Fergie had switched to a more intense look, no doubt in sympathy with his son.And the big question then was: Would Darren give his flops the junior hairdryer treatment?Ferguson had a relaxing start to the afternoon at London RoadCredit: GettyBut Baily Cargill then put Mansfield on the way with a sixth-minute openerCredit: Alamy More

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      Man Utd have had ‘multiple approaches’ for £86m flop Antony despite just one goal all season

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      MANCHESTER UNITED have received “multiple approaches” for Antony ahead of the January transfer window.The £86million flop is having another difficult season at Old Trafford, scoring just one goal in ten appearances.Several clubs are interested in a January move for AntonyCredit: GettyAntony, 24, has made just three starts in all competitions and played just 50 minutes in the Premier League this term.His Man Utd misery could finally come to an end next month with several teams eyeing up the winger.Antony’s agent Junior Pedroso told Give Me Sport: “Many clubs have approached us for Antony’s move in January. “These clubs wanted to understand the situation for Antony, so I can confirm that there’s concrete interest.READ MORE IN FOOTBALL”To be fair, Manchester United have never expressed any interest to sell or loan out Antony to us. We never received this sort of communication so far. “Man Utd management never told us that they want Antony to leave.”I can say that Antony’s future is very much tied to Manchester United’s interests. “If the club thinks it would be a good idea to loan Antony out in January so he can get more minutes and regain his trust, we will work together on that option.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALS”Otherwise, Antony is working hard to regain his place and show his best skills under Ruben Amorim.”Antony was reportedly close to leaving in the summer amid interest from Fenerbahce and his former club Ajax.Watch Man Utd star Antony show off hidden talent as fans say ‘he’s finding another job already’Gary Neville previously called the deal that saw him arrive in 2022 as “one of the worst transfers United ever made”.Inside Man Utd chaos with Dan Ashworth axed just five months into jobBy Neil CustisThe blame game has another victim as things go from bad to worse at Old Trafford.Manchester United’s first sporting director, Dan Ashworth, arrived in the summer and is gone before Christmas.SunSport exclusively revealed in November that there was trouble at mill.That the new senior management team were already blaming each other for the mess the club were in.Chief executive Omar Berrada and Ashworth were trying to wash their hands of it all, claiming they had arrived too late after serving their gardening leave.New part owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe said making decisions was all down to them.Meanwhile, Jason Wilcox thought it was all a mess under previous boss Erik ten Hag but was part of the team that encouraged him to stay after every other candidate ran for cover.Defeat Nottingham Forest in December, after their second-half capitulation at Arsenal a few days previously, proved too much.READ MORE ON MAN UTD’S CHAOS  More

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      ‘I ain’t paying £10m… because of everything’ – Former Man Utd star slams Rashford and says he should move to MLS

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      MARCUS RASHFORD could end up moving to an MLS club, claims former Manchester United goalkeeper Ben Foster.Rashford, 27, is out of favour at Old Trafford under boss Ruben Amorim.Marcus Rashford is out of favour at Man UtdCredit: GettyBen Foster had his say on Rashford’s futureCredit: TikTok / benfcyclinggkThe forward has been left out of United’s last three matchday squads.He recently admitted that he is ready for a “new challenge” and is thought to be available for around £40million.But Foster, 41, doesn’t think the Red Devils will get anywhere near that price.Speaking on his Cycling GK podcast, he said: “Marcus Rashford, there’s so many people that talk about him that say ‘on his day, on his day’.READ MORE IN FOOTBALL”His day is once every 10 games. Genuinely, it’s once every 10 games and you can’t have a luxury player in the modern game that will give you one game out of 10, it’s as simple as that.”Coupled with fact that he gets so much reputation and baggage and everything that comes with it, I don’t think Mikel Arteta wants that anywhere near that Arsenal.”He has to get away from Manchester United. I think it’ll be an MLS (transfer) or something. It’s going to have to be a massive wage cut.”Rashford earns in the region of £325,000 a week and is under contract at United until the summer of 2028.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSHe has made 15 Premier League appearances this season, scoring four goals.On what could be holding Rashford back, Foster added: “Once that fire goes, can you get that back? It has to come from him. I don’t think he can get it back.Ruben Amorim explains why Marcus Rashford is still exiled at Man Utd despite ‘wanting to play’ “Again, you’re talking about money which does really ruin everything lads.”Once people have that massive contract and they’ve got that five years in the bank and they’ve got everything they’ll ever need for the rest of their life, that takes it (that fire) away.”They were talking £40m you know as well. Even 10, I ain’t paying £10m… because of everything.”Amorim, 39, was recently asked about Rashford’s situation by Sky Sports.’A HARD SITUATION’The Portuguese said: “It is a hard situation. I understand that these players have a lot of people around them, making choices that are not the first idea from the player.”I am always here to help Marcus as another player. I have to do what I have to do.”They chose to do the interview as it is not just Marcus. I have understood that.”As a coach I focus on performance and the way you train. The rest, it is better for me and the club to deal with that when the time comes.”READ MORE SUN STORIESMan Utd are set to take on Wolves later today.Rashford’s last appearance came in the 2-1 win over Viktoria Plzen on December 12. More

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      The reason why flying wing-back Amad Diallo was ignored by former Man Utd boss Erik ten Hag, according to ex-coach

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      MANCHESTER UNITED ace Amad Diallo was snubbed by former manager Erik ten Hag because he favoured players he’d signed.That is according to former United first team coach Benni McCarthy, who worked under Ten Hag for two years before his departure last summer.Ex-Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag didn’t use Amad Diallo oftenCredit: RexEx-Man Utd coach Benni McCarthy claims Ten Hag preferred his signings over AmadCredit: GettyTen Hag opted for the likes of Antony and Rasmus Hojlund, who cost a lot of moneyCredit: GettyMcCarthy, 47, watched Amad’s development at Old Trafford but also saw him being omitted and getting offloaded on loan to Rangers and Sunderland.The South African coach claims it was because Ten Hag preferred the likes of Antony and Rasmus Hojlund as he pushed club chiefs hard to splash the cash for them and knew the former very well from Ajax.The former West Ham and Blackburn star added that the likes of Alejandro Garnacho and Marcus Rashford were also ahead of the Ivory Coast international on the pecking order.McCarthy told Podcast and Chill Network: “Tactically, when we set up, the manager felt that Antony was the best, better player for the job that he wanted because he knew Antony from Ajax.Read More on Man Utd”He was his player, so he invested in him, and the club supported him. “So, of course, he had to support the player that he bought, I think that’s why he persisted in playing Antony. “It’s because he knew the capabilities when Antony was at his best.”And then you had Garnacho who was also playing well, scoring goals. Rashford, on any given day, could demolish anyone. Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERS”And then you’ve got Hojlund, you spend £70million on bringing him in, so he has to play.”So someone’s got to [miss out], and unfortunately for Amad, the manager goes with the player he thinks is probably more capable for those type of games tactically, defensively and attacking.”Once Ruben Amorim replaced Ten Hag in the Man Utd dugout last month, Amad was immediately established as a key player.The versatile winger has played in all of Amorim’s nine matches in charge, mainly as a right wing-back in his manager’s favoured 3-4-3 formation.Man Utd chef dances around with Amad, Hojlund and Onana in dressing room after incredible win over Man City And the 22-year-old ace has amassed a total of one goal and four assists in all of his six Premier League matches under the Portuguese tactician.The ex-Atalanta ace repaid Amorim’s faith by leading the Red Devils to a stunning comeback victory against Manchester City at the Etihad two weeks ago.Amad won the penalty that led to Bruno Fernandes’ equaliser before scoring the winner himself to make it 2-1 for the visitors. More