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Manchester United’s run under their new manager Ole Gunnar Solksjaer has looked promising and the 45-year-old manager will be hoping his team keeps on showing the same kind of energy till the end of the season.
Since Solksjaer’s arrival at Old Trafford, Manchester United has won 12 out of 17 games in all competitions. The Red Devils are looking a completely different outfit under Solksjaer as the Norwegian will be hoping for a top four finish in the Premier League.
Their recent 3-1 win against Paris St Germain in the 2nd leg has maintained their unlikely challenge for the Champions League title. Although winning the Premier League title looks a bit out of reach for Solksjaer’s side, Manchester United has shown that they can be a big threat in the next season.
Even though the Red Devils lost their last Premier League game against Arsenal, Solksjaer has expressed confidence that his team will try to make amends in the upcoming fixtures.
Solksjaer has allowed his players his players to play an attacking game, which has yielded positive results for the side for past few months. The players too are enjoying Solksjaer’s confidence in them and are showing tremendous intensity on the field.
Solksjaer and his team have made some clever changes in terms of the team formation, depending upon the opponents the strengths. Their forward line has looked much more fluid and competitive. The midfield too has looked organized and has combined well with the strikers. Their defense has also done a decent job but still, need much more sharpness while facing sides which are quick during counter attacks and set pieces.
Altogether, Manchester United has got some very exciting talents in their camp who have played crucial roles for the side this season. We take a look at 5 such players who have impressed the most in the 2018-19 season.
#1 Romelu Lukaku
Romelu Lukaku has looked in decent form this season as the Belgian has scored 12 goals in 27 Premier League games, with 1 assist.
Though he has been criticised for not giving his best during high pressure situations and not performing up to the desired level against some of the bigger teams, Lukaku has silenced his critics with some fantastic performances.
The striker has always remained Manchester United’s mainstay in the forward line. Solksjaer has stated that a player of Lukaku’s class is a boon to any team. The Belgian has got the ability to run through the best defences with his electric runs combined with his good dribbles.
The 26-year-old has outclassed his opponents with his physicality. The former Chelsea player was instrumental in Belgium’s campaign in last year’s World Cup where Belgium finished as semifinalists.
He was also influential in Everton’s campaign in the 2016-17 season. His finishing has also radically improved. Lukaku has also scored two goals in seven Champions League games this season.
#2 Paul Pogba
Paul Pogba has played a big role in Manchester United’s revival. He has been a crucial figure for the Red Devils in the midfield and his understanding with Ander Herrera and Nemanja Matic in the midfield has looked quite sharp.
The midfielder has shown his class with some fine performances and has controlled the midfield quite efficiently. The Frenchman played a key role for France in last year’s World Cup and will be looking to end the season on a high.
The 25-year old has been a constant threat with his penetrative runs and his ability to score from unusual positions.
Paul Pogba has worked like a glue that binds the midfield with the forward line. He has scored 11 goals in 27 Premier League games this season with 9 assists. He has also registered two goals in seven Champions League games this season.
#3 Marcus Rashford
Marcus Rashford has been a precious talent for Manchester United. The 21-year-old has been a revelation since his arrival at Old Trafford, as he is a kind of player who can contribute offensively as well as defensively.
His coordination with Pogba and Lukaku has been crucial for the Red Devils. The striker has scored nine goals in 26 games this season with seven assists to his name. Rashford is able to create chances for other forwards with his pace and dribbling.
The England international is very capable of creating chances for his teammates from set pieces. Marcus Rashford has enjoyed Solksjaer’s confidence since his arrival at the club.
Rashford has become an integral part of Manchester United’s forward line and has handled the responsibility with aplomb
Rashford has also scored two goals in seven Champions League games this season.
#4 Anthony Martial
Anthony Martial is another wonderful talent who has the ability to produce some stellar performances through his individual brilliance. Martial is a vital cog of Man Utd's forward line and the Frenchman will be expected to live up to his reputation.
The striker has outrun the best defenses on his day with his accelerating pace and aggressive runs. His counter-attacks have floored the best defenses combined with his one-touch passes.
The 23-year-old has got this unique ability to make inroads in the opposition’s territory with his speed and clever moves. His partnership with Romelu Lukaku in the forward line has been crucial.
The Frenchman is a kind of player who can bring a lot of energy in any side he is playing for and it is his fighting spirit that might inspire his teammates to produce some positive results in the season going ahead.
Martial was disappointed after being dropped from last year’s World Cup but the 23-year-old is proving his worth with some eye-catching performances.
The striker has netted nine goals in 21 games this Premier League season with two assists.
Solksjaer will surely be banking on his ability to deliver during crunch situations in their upcoming Champions League games.
#5 Jesse Lingard
Jesse Lingard has highlighted his talent with some gritty performances. Known for his hardworking qualities and for his never say die attitude, Lingard’s presence in the forward line has always been a motivating factor for Solksjaer’s side.
The 26-year-old has showcased his ability to press the opponents with his pace and speed. The England International has got the tendency to drop deep with his intelligence which has troubled the opposition’s defense.
The forward can penetrate any defense with his quickness. Lingard has also been a crucial contributor, especially during crunch situations. The former Derby County player has scored four goals in 22 Premier League games with three assists.
Lingard was out with an injury recently but has made has returned to training which could be a big boost to his side. His presence will definitely be vital for the Red Devils in their next Champions League game.
