Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag has revealed the reason behind Jadon Sancho's absence from the team's recent lineup. Sancho had been struggling with an ear infection, which left him less than 100% fit.
Despite being available to play, ten Hag made a tactical decision to leave him out of the squad, stating, "Why Sancho out? Jadon in the week had an ear infection and was not 100 per cent fit." He further clarified, "He could play but we made choices. That can change."
This suggests that Sancho's omission was a strategic move, and his inclusion in future games is not ruled out. Ten Hag also emphasized the competitive nature of team selection, stating, "There will be a decision, survival of the fittest. I can only put 20 players in the squad." This highlights the intense competition for places in the Manchester United squad, and players must be at their best to secure a spot in the lineup.
In a positive turn of events, Manchester United won last night's match against Fulham at Old Trafford, with Joshua Zirkzee scoring the winning goal in the 87th minute. This was Zirkzee's debut match with Manchester United, and he described the experience as a "dream." Zirkzee came off the bench and linked up well with his teammates before scoring the decisive goal, steering home a cross to seal a 1-0 win for Manchester United.
This win marks a great start to the season for Manchester United, who are looking to bounce back from a disappointing 2023/24 campaign. Meanwhile, Jadon Sancho and Erik ten Hag's relationship has been rocky, with Sancho being left out of the matchday squad to face Arsenal and expressing his disappointment on social media. Ten Hag claimed Sancho's performances in training hadn't been up to scratch, which Sancho disputed, leading to a breakdown in their relationship.
However, in a recent turn of events, Sancho has returned to training with the first team, and Ten Hag has considered playing him in a more advanced role. It seems like the two have put their differences aside, and Sancho is ready to move forward and contribute to the team. With the competition for places in the squad at an all-time high, Sancho will need to be at his best to secure a spot in the lineup.
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