A thread on 𝐌𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐣𝐬 𝐝𝐞 𝐋𝐢𝐠𝐭.

-Debunking some lies and myths regarding his high-profile transfers using facts, statements & also opinions.

-His profile [pros + cons], physical & mental ability, questions around his pace etc.

In his 3 league seasons with Juve, de Ligt featured 29, 27 & 31 times (more than the other 2 CBs).

Juve financially & on the pitch weren't going through their best times. Bayern offered €67m after they checked with his agent, decision was easy between all parties.

Rasmus Højlund | A thread🧶
In this short thread, we'll be taking a look at his right & left foot finishing, pace, pressing & how he links play in attacks through🎞️ and some vizes to show his profile/data.

Let's get started...

André Onana | Profile and Tactical Analysis
a Thread🧶 Before analysing Onana,

we need to understand ten Hag’s demands for how his #1 should play.

1. Sweeper-keeper role

2. Tactical flexibility

3. Distribution and ball-playing ability

4. Adaptability to in-game changes

5. Confidence and communication

Now then, lets get started

With Liverpool's midfield ageing and declining- Thiago (32), Henderson (32) & Fabinho (29) not to forget Milner (37); Klopp is demanding younger blood to bolster the center with exuberance.

In Mac Allister (24), Thuram (22) & Koné (22) is Klopp re-creating the same dynamic? Mac Allister has already made the move.

The Argentine is a reliable passer and can make things happen in the final third.

Strong in the tackle and aerially while also comfortable on the ball.

Alexis is the creative one of the three.

How #MUFC become the 1st team to prevent Villa from scoring in a PL game since Emery took charge, they also inflicted Villa's 1st loss since 18th Feb.

A short tactical🧵 Movement off the final line.

Rashford, Sabitzer & co. were constantly hugging the final defensive line of Villa and

Rashford's pace especially was causing a lot of trouble (a few offsides from the team but overall, this was giving trouble only for Emi Martinez to sweep & save)

20 alternatives to Frenkie de Jong and where they rank? 🧵
Manchester United recently signed a Lead data scientist & his biggest job will be finding a DLP 6/8, if we can't get (or won't pursuit) Frenkie.

A profile like Frenkie's is rare. Aim is to get the closest based on 5… twitter.com/i/web/status/1… 20. Matheus Nunes
19. Caqueret
18. Zubimendi
17. Caicedo

Let's start, as you can see Frenkie excels in progression & taking players on through the middle and usually players that do it a lot fail in efficiency, starting with out bottom 4. Caicedo is a safe & secure bet with… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…

On De Gea's kicking troubles v Betis, ten Hag said "I can't ignore it".

Also, why are United constantly linked to Brentford's Raya & Porto's Costa.

A quick look analysis of De Gea.

☆ De Gea has been known for his shot-stopping through superhuman reflexes but one look at his- last few seasons shows a steep decline.

He was once an elite shot-stopper hence the rest of his flaws weren't concerning. Also, playing in pragmatic low blocks, he wasn't really demanded to play with the ball or come out to stop shots/ prevent chances. ten Hag eventually would-

Wout Weghorst's 🇳🇱 exquisite touch!
A mini thread. #MUFC

Let's take a look at some of his control and short passing.

Below, he receives a pass from Rashford, takes couple of touches and sends a pass with perfect weight that literally stops on Rashford's path. Here he's facing the goal.

Focusing on:
-Licha
-Eriksen
-Weghorst (challenging the poor performance claims) and,
Triangles.

Also, a small note on the goal conceded.

v Palace #MUFC 🧵📽️ Picked 1 player each from every department for reasons highlighted further below.

-Eriksen was very calm, kept it ticking and played like a natural CM.
-Martinez line breaking passes are a huge asset to ten Hag's progression principle.
-Weghorst's touch and back to goal play.

𝐡𝐨𝐰 𝐭𝐞𝐧 𝐇𝐚𝐠'𝐬 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐔𝐭𝐝 𝐛𝐞𝐚𝐭 𝐏𝐞𝐩'𝐬 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐂𝐢𝐭𝐲?
Tactically & psychologically!
(A thread) This will be a long one, grab a coffee, water or whatever you like.

As it was quite obvious, there was man to man marking & pressing. Fred & Eriksen were shadows to KDB & Rodri respectively.

Manchester United's Casemiro "The Tank"
A Thread Casemiro offers a huge upgrade to Man Utd's midfield.
Even if you combine McTominay and Fred, Casemiro is better at all the attributes and much more.
So far, with Fred and McTominay either one had a quality that the other missed.