To scan Manchester United’s XI for their triumphant Europa League 2017 final against Ajax is to land in another age. Solskjaer wants United to launch fast raids with Bruno Fernandes the chief conductor. So while Fellaini typified Mourinho’s leaden-footed approach, the zesty Portuguese midfielder is the prime exemplar of the Solskjaer way. United at last have a genuine centre-forward instead of an uneasy one in Rashford or unconvincing one in Anthony Martial. Wednesday’s Europa League final is a golden chance to do so.

Source: Irish Independent May 23, 2021 01:32 UTC