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Ruben Amorim has revealed that Alejandro Garnacho’s surprise inclusion in Manchester United’s starting XI for their FA Cup clash with Arsenal was a result of his impressive performance in training despite concussion. transfer Speculation around the player.
Marcus Rashford, another United forward at the center of endless rumours, was not included in the squad.
Garnacho dropped Along with Rashford for the Manchester derby last month. Unlike his team-mate, the Argentine forward has consistently worked his way back into Amorim’s plans. Attached to moving away – However, mainly as a substitute.
Amad Diallo is the first choice option combinedIn recent weeks the front three has often partnered Bruno Fernandes behind one of Rasmus Hojlund or Joshua Zirkzy. However, the winger – from fresh Signing a new long-term contract – Was only fit enough to be named on the bench ahead of United’s third-round tie with Arsenal. Garnacho gets the nod over Rashford.
“Amad (Diallo) had a little problem during the week and I like the way Garnacho is playing – he is playing well,” Amorim said. BBC Pre game. “The way he’s been training we thought it was a good opportunity to see Garnacho start the game.”
At the weekend, Amorim confirmed that Rashford is back in training and available after the 2-2 draw with Liverpool last Sunday. due to illness. However, the 27-year-old was again left out of the match day squad.
He said Amorim pointed to Garnacho’s performance and general attitude in training as an explanation for his inclusion. Rashford’s extended absence is reported to be a A result of his off-field activity and an underwhelming display at Carrington.
Turning his attention from selection and to the fixture, Amorim added: “We’ve focused on being competitive on the little things and set pieces which is a tough team to beat in that division.
“We have to be more aggressive in the final third. We have a great history in this competition and we want to win.”
