(3-4-3) potential Man United line up with Patrick Dorgu as Ruben finally decides to relegate Hujlund to TeamB to pave way for Academy striker
(3-4-3) potential Man United line up with Patrick Dorgu as Ruben finally decides to relegate Hujlund to TeamB to pave way for Academy striker
The hope for Manchester United fans is that they’ve found a solution to a longstanding on-field problem.
Ruben Amorim is on the verge of his first bespoke signing for his favoured 3-4-3 formation that, so far, has looked an awkward fit at Old Trafford. United’s form has been patchy since the Portuguese took charge, with just seven wins (in 90 minutes) from his 17 matches so far.
But the addition of Patrick Dorgu could be a big boost for Amorim. The 20-year-old Danish left wing-back is set to sign for United from Serie A strugglers Lecce, for a fee in the region of £25 million ($31m) plus add-ons.
So how will Dorgu slot in at United and what will Amorim’s first-choice lineup look like once he’s landed his new man? The Sporting News takes a look.
Man United predicted lineup with Patrick Dorgu
Despite his age and relative lack of experience, Dorgu has been signed for the first team at United, make no mistake. He’s unique in being a specialist left-sided wing-back, a player whose physical attributes have stood out at Lecce.
Right-footed players Diogo Dalot and Noussair Mazraoui have been temporary solutions for Amorim at left wing-back in recent weeks. During that time United have lacked genuine width and most of their threat has come on the right flank through Amad Diallo.
United could get a double boost with Dorgu’s arrival, with Luke Shaw also returning to fitness to compete for a place too. Having had virtually no natural left wing-backs for much of his tenure so far, Amorim could soon have two – although Shaw could also fit in at a left centre-back.
It seems obvious that Dorgu will be the new left wing-back, with Dalot or Mazraoui on the other side and Amad pushed up into the front three. Shaw will be a rotation option until he proves his fitness again, with Tyrell Malacia potentially the fall guy from the deal.
Predicted United XI (3-4-3): Onana (GK) – De Ligt, Maguire, Martinez – Dalot, Ugarte, Mainoo, Dorgu – Fernandes, Amad, Hojlund.
Predicted subs: Bayindir (GK), Yoro, Mazraoui, Evans, Shaw, Eriksen, Collyer, Garnacho, Zirkzee.
