Man Utd: 7 Tactical Alterations LVG Should Consider
2. Use Jones Or Carrick With Blind
Uniteds defence is taking a lot of stick this season with pundits calling for the Red Devils to address this area in the summer transfer window. Another view to consider is that the back four isnt being protected well enough with Daley Blind often tasked with the role all alone. Obviously Uniteds long injury list hasnt helped him but on their returns to the side either Phil Jones or Michael Carrick could be selected alongside Bling to provide extra stability in the middle of the pitch. It is no longer a given that teams can succeed at an elite level by playing the one midfield pivot. Notice what Mourinho does in the big games he drops Oscar and selects another player to position himself alongside Matic to form a double pivot. Guardiola had to abandon the single holding midfield philosophy and also opt for the double pivot to achieve balance. It may be wise for Van Gaal to take note of the decisions of these talented managers.
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