Manchester United’s recent transfer policy reads like a how not to guide.
04.11.2023 - 10:51 / manchestereveningnews.co.uk
Manchester United are back in Premier League action this afternoon as they head to Fulham and supporters have called for Kobbie Mainoo to get his first start of the season.
Consecutive 3-0 home defeats in the last week has signalled United's worst start to a season since 1962, with Erik ten Hag's side losing eight of their opening 15 games across all competitions. Pressure is growing on the manager who needs to return from Craven Cottage with all three points.
There was confirmation of a fresh injury blow on Friday with Casemiro set to be out for 'several weeks'. The Brazilian had only just come back from a minor issue but was removed at half-time during Wednesday's defeat against Newcastle.
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Ten Hag has urged others to take responsibility in Casemiro's absence and fans have called for the introduction of Mainoo into the starting lineup. The 18-year-old was in the matchday squad midweek but is yet to get any first-team minutes this season, following an ankle injury suffered over the summer.
Mainoo has been backed to start in the box-to-box role, with Sofyan Amrabat coming in as Casemiro's direct replacement. The Moroccan has struggled in recent weeks but now has a chance to get a good run of games in his natural position.
Further forward, Bruno Fernandes is expected to bring the creative spark that has been lacking and will look to feed Rasmus Hojlund, who is yet to score in the Premier League. None of United's attackers have been on form this season but fans have opted to stick with Marcus Rashford on the right.
They have also decided to bench Antony, who is yet to register a
Manchester United’s recent transfer policy reads like a how not to guide.
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