Ruben Amorim subs off Patrick Dorgu after being played on wrong side

Manchester United head coach Ruben Amorim has made two selections on Patrick Dorgu that has seen followers scratching their heads.

The Purple Devils’ latest recruit was handed his debut in opposition to Leicester Metropolis within the FA Cup however as a substitute of enjoying in his pure left-sided defensive place, the 20-year-old Dane was deployed at proper wing-back, with Diogo Dalot on the alternative facet.

Dorgu was signed as a long-term resolution for United’s well-documented points on the left flank. However on Friday night time, he discovered himself on the alternative facet of the pitch, a transfer that many viewers questioned.

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The surprising choice got here only a day after Lecce, Dorgu’s former membership, claimed that United had issued a now-or-never ultimatum to safe his switch. The Italian facet had initially deliberate to maintain the highly-rated teenager till the summer season, however United refused to again down. 

Amorim opted for a back-three system, with Dorgu and  Dalot working as wing-backs. Identified for his attacking instincts throughout his time in Serie A, Dorgu steadily discovered his footing within the unfamiliar position. As the sport progressed, he made a few promising overlapping runs, threatening from the right-hand facet of the field.

Patrick Dorgu performed on flawed facet earlier than being subbed off

Sorry however this Dalot LWB Dorgu RWB factor is whole nonsense. Completely removes the down-the-line play strong-footed wingbacks or elite 1v1 wingers can pull off. Completely on Amorim. Get it sorted

— Aaron Moniz (@amonizfootball) February 7, 2025

Dorgu was then subbed off at half-time with United 1-0 down, with Alejandro Garnacho – who was anticipated to maneuver to Chelsea through the January switch window – approaching in his place.

Talking after becoming a member of the membership, Dorgu stated: “I’m extremely proud to have the ability to name myself a Manchester United participant; it is a very special occasion for my entire household.

“I can’t wait to work with Ruben Amorim; his imaginative and prescient for this group and the way forward for the membership is extremely thrilling. There’s a clear plan set out for my growth, and I really feel that Manchester United is the right place to fulfil my potential and full my big ambitions.”