The Uruguayan midfielder makes a mark in Istanbul
It was a day of mixed fortunes for Manchester United as they navigated a tricky encounter with tenacious Turkish opponents, but one player who made a particularly notable impact was the Uruguayan, who returned to the starting lineup and put in a standout performance in the midfield.
His efforts did not go unnoticed, with the fans casting their votes in our Man of the Match poll, and he emerged as the clear winner, receiving a whopping 25% of the total vote. His battling display in the engine room was a key factor in United’s ability to control the tempo of the game and create chances from deep.
When asked about the youngster’s performance, the manager was effusive in his praise, describing it as one of the best displays he has seen from the Uruguayan in his seven appearances to date. “Yes, I think so,” he said in an interview with TNT Sports. “He has to come into the team. The six role is very important. He has to learn how we play. I was happy with his performance today.”
