Sofyan Amrabat is a player that United fans had been absolutely raving about prior to his arrival at Manchester United. He looked a hell of a player for Fiorentina, and really put his name on the map for his performances at the World Cup for Morocco during what was a record breaking campaign for the African side. I think it’s an interesting topic to discuss whether or not Amrabat has reached the expectations we had of him prior to joining United, and I really think that there’s a lot of potential there for the quality he could bring…
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44 Comments
He’s terrible 😂 slow, defensive skills average. Was a reason why we were the only club after him
When he came utd conced no goals
His first touch and close control seem awful so far, I just hope he is nervous and needs to settle because he looks shocking right now. A midfielder with a bad first touch is a disaster
It’s been over a year since ETH came but I still can’t put a name to the style of football we play. Any thoughts? That could be your next video. Who are we?
Almost every player who's joined us in the last 10 years has not improved. Most look like they lose self confidence. Bruno is the exception, imagine how good he'd be in a well oiled machine.
We have become a graveyard for talent.
Hundreds of comments of braindead fans saying “he’s on his own in midfield” we have literally the best midfield in fucking Europe! BRUNO, ERIKSEN, MOUNT, CASEMIRO, AMRABAT, literally no one has this kind of depth. open your eyes and blame the clueless manager who can’t put a midfield together with elite talent. ETH is weak and has no idea what to do.
I don't think the single defensive midfielder has been working, with either Casemiro or Amrabat. They have too much ground to cover. When we play a more traditional 3 man midfield the team seems to generate more offense and also not be caught out as much on the counter in the back. I think we miss Martinez a lot. Even though both Lindelof, Maguire and Evans have all played fairly well they don't provide the same progressive passing and agressive style as MArtinez and Varane do as a central pairing. Also, losing Shaw and Malacia on the left side and AWB on the right side has really hurt our ability to be as agressive from the wing back positions as well. Reguilon has played fairly well and Dalot has been a rock under a huge workload, but they are not able to get into the midfield as much to help with the press as they do when we have a healthy Varane and Martinez pairing in the back.
Not yet , I don't know why he is playing like that … I m so confused
we need 2 number 6 players es with that def also we are piss cos are front 4 are brutal,the spurs manager has lifted the whole team ten hag looks lost
I've not been impressed yet, their is potential for sure but for the moment I cannot see the improvement over Sabitzer. Sabitzer was a goal threat and he was already up to speed with the system and the league. I think we should have signed both. Both are multi-functional. I worry for Mount, he's not even getting off the bench ATM. It's not looking promising for him. I would be looking for a Casemiro, Amrabat and Mount midfield 3 for Citeh.
What we must not forget is that Amrabat is not fully fit, he didn't train with Fiorentina at the end because of injury, he didn't play for Morocco during the international break and there was the injury report when he signed. So give him time, I'm betting he's going to come good, I'm looking forward to the partnership with Kobbie.
United is toxic. It appears unfixable at the moment, top to tail.
All great points Ste, but doesn’t answer why people with functioning eyes think that Rashford is a good footballer.
No Big talent
Loan deal could end up being a Godsend
He had no preseason, injured then played out of position. Give him time to settle
Only when Manchester United become a possession based team would we see the best out of a lot of players in our current squad.
Unfortunately, our current playing style is for the benefit of a few. We do not have an athletic squad, but we have some decent passers. I like Amrabaat's profile, but I admit, he's looked a bit like a headless chicken in a lot of matches. He's asking for the ball, but players don't lend the ball to him. Our players are scared to make 5 yard one two passes.
He shouldn't have to be running around the way he is. That's not his profile. Based purely upon what we've seen so far, I'm not keeping him after the loan deal. Just like Sabitzer last year, I'd say thanks but no thanks.
He’s soo stiff 😂
If Ten Hag keeps playing one deep lying midfielder, he’ll be overwhelmed
With a fully fit and firing Martinez and Shaw is desperately needed
I say give him a couple of games to adapt. Even Casemiro needed a couple of games before we saw his best. Amrabat will come good
So many excuses for fan favorites. Whether it’s Bruno , Rashford , or Amrabat it’s crazy.
I don't think he's had 10 games yet, why are you even doing a review?
It would be very interesting to see Video – how Luke Shaw will influence our midfield and attacking players after he comes back, how long it might take for him to go back into he's best form, would alejandro garnacho play even better if Shaw starts…
We should try him as the DM and two slightly more forward 8's like bruno and eriksen or bruno and casemiro. I still dont know where mount fits in, besides maybe coming off the bench. I think eriksen is best vs low block, mount probably best for when we need to play on the counter and press. casemiro shouldnt play every game, give him a rest once in a while and im sure his form will return.
You guys should be listening to me.when u guys were shouting amrabat,amrabat,amrabat everyday like he’s gonna be man utd savior. I warned that amrabat is not the kind of midfielder utd should be going for.he did well at the WC,that’s all. He wasn’t even among the best midfielders in Italy. It was Same way I warned utd against signing mason Mount. Most of u podcast are fond of promoting these kind of players esp when it’s on the news that utd are interested in them, it’s a shame you guys don’t know and can’t spot real talents. Now let me tell u about a player utd should go after next season, that’s Bayer leverkusen’s Exequiel Palacios. Go Check him out. I don’t want amrabat in man utd next season. He should go back to Fiorentina when his loan deal ends.sabitzer is even better.
No better than fred so far, who also btw played left back with minimal fuss. Not a bad stop gap for a loan, but doesn't get near the starting eleven when everyone is fit. Same as Fred. Don't see the point to be honest
Amrabat will be a MONSTER for us once Martinez return.
No wonder will never succed players, playing wrong position and you expect what progress
He's an average player. No other top club in Europe wanted him. He's noticeably overweight, he was primarily responsible for United losing to Galatasaray. In conclusion, he's no Mike Phelan.
I don't think we've seen the best of anyone this season. Constant injuries, low confidence, shenanigans outside the pitch, have made it impossible for the players to develop any chemistry and understanding, and also made it hard for the manager to settle on a starting line up. With everyone fit, MU have a pretty solid first team, but they still lack depths on the bench. So, they need to get everyone back and sign some players in Jan if they want to salvage something from this season.
Ten Hag already knows that he wants Sancho and possibly Donny out in January one because there worth something so will raise transfer money and two there on big wages that will also free up more money and the two areas we need to sign players as soon as possible are right back and centre back we will find it difficult to sign Frimpong in January but that’s the guy we need to come in to replace Dalot as his different to Wan-Bissaka but very similar to Dalot but a million times better in every part of there game comparisons and the two centre backs we need are both young but even at there young age are already better than Lindelof Evans Maguire are Antonio Silva and Scalvini and these two signings could easily be made in January as they both don’t play for high profile clubs and would be interested in moving to a massive club like United with the prospect of possible being a first team player as like I mentioned the three players above are way off United standard and Varane also needs to be rested from time to time it’s a massive chance to make that position there own
Signing Hojlund and not supplying him with ammunition is absolutely pointless, conclusion , Its not working whatsoever Get Dalot Maguire Sancho Martial lindelof wan Bissaka mc Tomminay Rashford Shaw Varane Casamiro Bruno mount they all have to go bad Apple syndrome total clear out and Do what Busby Ferguson Dogherty did play the kid's
When I go old Trafford feel like the only person wearing a number 4 shirt this guy will prove to be a warrior let him settle
Nobody of the signings have improved Man Utd. Have their impact made us slightly better? All of them needs support, they are not elite players only team players
My concern is. Rashford and Antony are players who attack from the sides but give nothing. Or put balls in for Rasmus. He needs feeding and balls put in the box. City had that issue at the start with Haaland. But they rectified that issue and look at the outcome! We need wide players putting crosses in. Not always attacking and shooting. And at the moment. They are way off target. If they were scoring goals and playing well,then ok…. But that ain’t the case.
Unless Rashford attacks from the left and Fernandes on the right, whipping balls will in. Which can give us a 3 man midfield with. Cas,Mason, and Ambrabrat. For me. This is what ETH should look at trying. We lack any kind of killer instinct.
His performances have been average at best, and he does give the ball away too much. Considering this is a season loan, and if he wants to stay, the question could be: Can Amrabat get the best out of United?
Nice analysis Ste. Keep it up
In serie A amrabat is just above average player, never had a star power. That’s why Serie A giants never care about him.
He's rubbish lads. Slow and awkward. Its easier to look good in italy and against poor international opposition. Theres a reason hes only looked good against Crystal palace B team.
When the season ends we should let him go. Another ETH mistake they both need to get out my club…
All you ETH fans do realise we've struggled in this 3 win run against brentford Sheffield and Copenhagen and you still think ETH is the guy 😂.
Absolutely not haha, we signed a midfielder and played him at left back, this question isn’t even video worthy
Not sure what people were expecting he’s a good player but isn’t gonna blow peoples minds
He looks so slow, how he ever caught Mbappe I'll never know
This week big test