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Erik ten Hag must drop Amad Diallo vs Aston Villa

Manchester United face Aston Villa on Sunday with Erik ten Hag’s future hanging in the balance.

United have registered only two wins in six Premier League games this season.

Amad Diallo has bagged one goal and one assist in ten games across all competitions. These numbers fall short for a player aiming to cement his place in the team.

His early performances hinted at potential, but his recent showings have been underwhelming.

While Marcus Rashford excelled on the left flank against Porto by creating multiple chances, United looked poor on the opposite side.

Villa are buoyed after their 1-0 victory against Bayern Munich in the Champions League in midweek.

Unai Emery has done a wonderful job at Villa Park, and they will start as favourites to beat United.

A defeat could prompt the hierarchy to reassess Erik ten Hag’s position, especially with Sir Jim Ratcliffe and Joel Glazer reportedly scheduled for talks on Tuesday.

Ten Hag must drop Daillo to the bench and start Alejandro Garnacho on the right flank.

There are positive signs in Rashford’s performances this season. He scored a goal and recorded an assist against Porto in the first 20 minutes, but the manager took him off at the break due to ‘rotation’.

The England international is expected to start in his favoured left-wing spot. Diallo could be called from the bench, but he needs to increase his output.

He must embrace risk and show courage in decision-making to fulfil his potential.

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