3. Tactical versatility
Although Manchester United are playing well, they appear a bit laboured and slow at times.
Erik ten Hag may look to tweak his system slightly to inject some life into the team, and Rasmus Hojlund’s return is the perfect opportunity to do this.
Joshua Zirkzee’s performances don’t warrant him being dropped to the bench, so ten Hag may consider playing them together in a strike partnership.
Manchester United’s legacy is built on strike duos, from Cole and Yorke to Rooney and Tevez, and United will hope Hojlund and Zirkzee can form a similar bond.
On paper, they’re well-suited to each other – Zirkzee dropping into pockets of space and Hojlund running in behind.
Both are physically dominant, making them a force to be reckoned with.
However, ten Hag faces the challenge of how this affects Bruno Fernandes.
Playing both strikers could mean shifting Fernandes from his preferred position.
While ten Hag might be tempted to try the partnership, it’s likely he won’t want to drop Fernandes or move him deeper or to the wing.
Therefore, he may have to choose between Hojlund and Zirkzee for the No. 9 role.
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