Manchester United midfielder Donny van de Beek came on at half time to replace Paul Pogba in the 2-0 win over Granada last night.
The Dutchman’s omission from the starting lineup surprised some fans and journalists, considering the Red Devils were already two goals up from the first leg.
However, van de Beek put in a pretty impressive cameo display during the second half, and supporters on Twitter think manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer should give the 23-year-old more opportunities from the beginning of games:
Omg this man deserve some minutes
— El__Dusher? (@AbdullahiLawerl) April 15, 2021
Good performance
— Ade (@ultrashyne) April 16, 2021
Much better from VDB.
Way more proactive and influential than his previous performances.
— Stephen (@Stephen11sw) April 16, 2021
Baller ?
— Theo?? (@quintanajnr4) April 16, 2021
Comfortable with tha ball. Great passing
— nico_M (@nick_nico14) April 16, 2021
He needs to play more
— Sheyi ?? (@sheyi4real_) April 16, 2021
Finally an appearance which left me impressed with his play. Ole knows what he’s doing – VDB’s getting there ??
— Wale ?? (@WAdeola) April 16, 2021
fantastic footballer just lacking confidence atm. fully expect him to come good next season
— Football Guru (@football___guru) April 16, 2021
The main highlight of van de Beek’s performance was his cross to set up a gilt-edged chance for Mason Greenwood. He did also link-up play well and made good use of possession.
Even so, the big issue for the Netherlands international is where he fits in. With Pogba and Bruno Fernandes both available for selection, it’s unlikely that he’ll get much of a look-in for upcoming matches.
