Jadon Sancho has started to show bright signs for Manchester United – which is a real positive for Erik ten Hag’s side.
The English winger has started the last two games under Erik ten Hag and has shown clear signs of improvement in both matches. He picked up an assist for Scott Mctominay against Everton, in what was a frantic first half with a barrage of United attacks.
Sancho is a player that has come under major scrutiny since his £73 million pound arrival from Borussia Dortmund. Many thought he’d be the missing link in United’s attack – but in all honesty, he’s never really got going.
He still does have bags of potential, which appears to be shining through as of late.
Jadon Sancho vs Everton
His stats in Saturday’s win over Everton were particularly impressive.
He completed 95 per cent of his passes, and created five goal scoring chances, including the assist for Scott McTominay’s goal.
The numbers simply do not lie. He was back to his former self, especially in that first half, in which he made all of his key passes.
Sancho possesses undeniable raw talent, so it’s hard to put your finger on just why it hasn’t worked out for him so far at Old Trafford.
Whether it’s a confidence thing, or simply the fact he hasn’t adapted back to the boisterous style of the Premier League that’s setting him back remains to be seen.
He has glimpses of sheer brilliance, just take a look at him sending two Everton players for a hot dog with one fluid motion.
Hopefully a sign of things to come. Let’s hope Sancho can keep up his fine performances for the remainder of the season and beyond.
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