Sofyan Amrabat has given Erik ten Hag what he wanted at Manchester United
manchestereveningnews.co.ukSofyan Amrabat looked well worth the €10million loan fee during a commanding first start for Manchester United in the Carabao Cup earlier this week.
Erik ten Hag's side dominated from start to finish against a Palace outfit who barely turned up. The Dutchman opted to give opportunities to a number of fringe players and those returning from injury, one of which was Amrabat.
But with central midfield already well-stocked, the Moroccan started at left-back as cover for the absent Sergio Reguilon. Many supporters were surprised to see Amrabat in that position, but it is something Ten Hag has discussed in the past.
The Dutchman values his loan signing's versatility in being able to play in multiple roles. READ MORE: Lineker names United icon as 'most complete player ever' ALSO READ: Mount, Amrabat and Hannibal have given United what they didn't have last season "Not tomorrow, because he is not available," Ten Hag said of Amrabat before the 3-1 defeat at home to Brighton earlier this month. "But what we missed in our squad was behind Casemiro, another one, typical holding midfielder.
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