Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag has overseen a positive season at Old Trafford so far, though his decision to sign Wout Weghorst remains divisive.
Manchester Unitedplayers are surprised byErik ten Hag’s decision to regularly stick with Wout Weghorst up top, according to ɾєρօɾτs. The Netherlands international joined fromBurnleyback in the January transfer window, arriving as a temporary replacement forCristiano Ronaldo. However, with just two goals to his name, he’s failed to live up to expectations so far.
Manchester United turned to Weghorst after previously being linked with the likes of Joao Felix, Alvaro Morata and Goncalo Ramos.
But while the Netherlands international has his uses he’s often struggled in front of goal, scoring against just Nottingham Forest and Real Betis so far.
Now, according toGiveMeSport, Ten Hag’s decision to regularly stick with the 30-year-old has surprised members of the club’s dressing room.
The United striker has started every game since his move, benefitting in the absence of Anthony Martial.
Martial remains sidelined thɾօυɢҺ ιɴjυɾу, with the France international missing more matches than he’s played in so far this term.
