Manchester United: 3 Replacements for Ander Herrera If He Leaves

Ander Herrera
Ander Herrera

#1 Nicolo Zaniolo

Nicolo Zaniolo
Nicolo Zaniolo

Nicolo Zaniolo plays for AS Roma, and has been very impressive playing in a slightly advanced position than the two others mentioned in this list.

The Italian is capable of playing through the center or from the right flank, and is quite dynamic in his approach.

Zaniolo glides past defenders with incredible ease, courtesy his quick footwork. He is a good tackler and tends to win the ball back by committing into challenges at the right time. Zaniolo has registered 1.6 tackles per match this season.

His first touch is silky, which allows him to play simple passes and carve in some through-balls to beat rigid defensive lines. The 19-year-old has scored thrice and assisted twice in the Serie A so far.

In addition, the lad also notched two goals in the UEFA Champions League.

He has balanced the defensive and offensive aspects of his game very well so far and hence, Zaniolo has garnered much attention with his performances this season.

Whether or not United decide to take a risk with him this summer, remains to be seen.

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