Manchester United are looking to recover and move forwards following their disappointing 2021-22 season, which has meant plenty of opportunities for players looking to impress new manager Erik ten Hag – and five players, in particular, have done just that.
United have seen an incredible churn of players this summer; at the time of writing, the club have made three signings and dispensed with 15 of last season’s squad.
And, with Ten Hag looking to impose his style of football on his new charges, a number of players have grasped the opportunity to impress the United boss and force their way into his plans.
With pre-season over, and United looking to make a fast start to their Premier League campaign, we’ve taken a look at five men who boosted their first-team prospects during July.
Anthony Martial
Martial has been the main beneficiary of Ronaldo’s self-imposed absence, leading the line with distinction during United’s pre-season tour of Thailand and Australia.
The forward, who spent the second half of last season on loan at Sevilla, netted three goals in three matches and was particularly excellent during United’s 4-0 win over Liverpool.
Confidence, rather than an absence of talent, has always been Martial’s downfall but his form during July, and the likelihood that he’ll start the season as United’s main striker, should give the 26-year-old renewed belief that he can score consistently.
While he looked destined to leave Old Trafford at the start of the summer, it would be a major surprise if Ten Hag sold the 26-year-old now.
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Zidane Iqbal
Iqbal has long been regarded as an exciting prospect by United fans and his performances during pre-season have underlined his status as one to watch.
The 19-year-old, who made his first-team debut in 2021, demonstrated technical ability, press resistance and an effective passing range on United’s tour and supporters will be clamouring to see more of him at the base of midfield.
Having signed a long-term contract extension this summer, Iqbal has impressed Ten Hag sufficiently for the new United boss to keep the midfielder around to oversee his progress personally.
Charlie Savage
Savage made his first-team bow during last season’s Champions League tie with Young Boys and made classy appearances during United’s pre-season victories over Liverpool and Melbourne Victory.
It’s been a testament to Savage’s dedication…
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