A number of Manchester United fans have heaped praise over the performance of Donny van de Beek after he played a starring role in their 5-0 thrashing of RB Leipzig.
The Dutchman is yet to start a Premier League game for the Red Devils since his £35m move from Ajax in the summer. However, he was trusted by Ole Gunnar Solskjær to start in their Champions League group stage clash against Leipzig at Old Trafford.
Van de Beek delivered a very encouraging performance for United in his first start in a major fixture for them, with the Dutchman helping them to dictate the game in midfield with a 90% passing accuracy. He also delivered two key passes, made one interception and completed three successful dribbles (Sofascore).
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The 14-cap Netherlands international has shown glimpses of his ability during his four substitute appearances in the Premier League, registering his first goal for the club from the bench against Crystal Palace. However, against Leipzig he showed how effective he can be from the start and extra attacking dynamism he can provide.
United fans react to performance of Van de Beek on social media
Many Manchester United fans were keen to point out the quality that the midfielder clearly possesses and believe there is much more to come from the Dutchman following his display against Leipzig last night.
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Good performance from DVB there tonight. #mufc
— Neil Rickards (@NeilTheKid) October 28, 2020
Despite scoring 4 goals when he came off the pitch, Van de Beek was absolute quality. His touch and ability to keep the ball in tight spaces is so needed to control the game from the off. #MUFC #VDB @rickthereduk @markgoldbridge
— Billy Lee (@billylee521) October 28, 2020
In other news, find out which player United fans labelled a ‘clown’ following recent footage which emerged ahead of their match against Leipzig here.
