Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag's team selection in Thursday's pre-season friendly against Real Madrid suggested he has already abandoned his plans for Jadon Sancho . The 23-year-old played the final 30 minutes after Ten Hag opted for four midfielders in Houston. Harry Maguire booed vs Real Madrid but Man Utd 'in no rush' to sell starWhile operating as a false nine during pre-season, Sancho has impressed, netting a superb strike in the 2-0 win against Arsenal on Saturday. However, Sancho dropped out of the starting line-up against Real as Marcus Rashford, Alejandro Garnacho, and Bruno Fernandes made up the front three. And Sancho's snub indicates that while he has caught the eye as a false nine in recent weeks, Ten Hag has preferred options.

Source: Express July 27, 2023 12:55 UTC