Diogo Dalot is often considered to be Manchester United’s most disrespected player, but Steve McClaren has now revealed why he’s so important.
Manchester United right-back Diogo Dalot is among the finest in the league, despite the criticism he receives.
Dalot has been one of United’s most consistent players this season, despite his limitations. He has been key for Michael Carrick, with United unbeaten when he starts.
Dalot is a long-serving United player and currently holds a place among the leadership team at Old Trafford. Now, Steve McClaren has explained his importance.
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Dalot has become undroppable for Carrick and was also key for both Ruben Amorim and Erik ten Hag.
Steve McClaren was Ten Hag’s assistant and has revealed what Dalot did behind the scenes which was so important.
Speaking to The Athletic, McClaren has now explained what Dalot does that’s so important at United.
“There were a few days when I’d seen the lads realise, ‘No excuses now’. There was a shift with the players.
“I tell you who was at the forefront of that: Diogo. He was excellent. He was really close with Ronaldo. It was a yin and yang. He was always positive. Intelligent.
“He’d say, ‘It’s on us’. He used to rally the troops, with Bruno.”
Benjamin Sesko has praised Dalot for his role in helping him settle this season, which shows that he retains that important job.
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Dalot is an important Manchester United squad member
Not every United fan is a supporter of Dalot, but as a right-back, he is one of the best in the league, with the main frustrations coming from his wing-back performances.
Every week, Dalot performs to a solid level regardless of those around him, and off the pitch, he is even more important.
Clearly, he is considered a leader by the team, and at Old Trafford, he is always second out of the tunnel for warm-ups behind Bruno Fernandes. Dalot is Fernandes’ deputy and right-hand man.
Dalot deserves his flowers, and his importance will be recognised when the team around him improves.
United don’t need to worry about this position for another few years yet.
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