Erik ten Hag gives verdict on Jadon Sancho position change at Manchester United
manchestereveningnews.co.ukManchester United manager Erik ten Hag admitted that he was pleased with Jadon Sancho's contributions from the attacking-midfield position during Sunday's goalless draw with Southampton at Old Trafford.
Making just his second Premier League start since returning from his absence, the 22-year-old came into the side at the expense of Fred, with Ten Hag opting to select a very attack-minded line-up.
With Antony and Marcus Rashford occupying the wide roles, Sancho started as the No.10. That meant Bruno Fernandes dropped into a deeper role, sitting alongside Casemiro until the Brazilian was sent off during the first half.
Sancho, who also drifted out wide at times, particularly to the right, offered a solid account of himself and it was enough to impress Ten Hag. READ MORE: United player ratings following Southampton draw ''I think he did quite well as a No.10," said Ten Hag. "Like he did against Barcelona and Leicester. "He was really decisive against Leicester and also today with some really good actions.
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