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He said: “He [Garnacho] was in against Munich, and I thought our team was playing very well.<\/p>\n
“So I wouldn’t change that tonight because this game was a demand to keep that organisation. That’s why I wouldn’t change.<\/p>\n
“I saw the players were still capable, and the fitness levels were good, and the energy was still there. It was only 1-0.”<\/p>\n
But Garnacho’s absence sparked concerns, given the 2023\/24 season was set up for the exciting prospect to take a huge step to realise his potential.<\/p>\n
Garnacho’s preferred position is on the left. However, Rasmus Hojlund’s arrival has left Marcus Rashford as an undroppable force out wide.<\/p>\n
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DON’T MISS <\/strong> Antony is similarly untouchable on the right when available, and even in his absence, Garnacho hasn’t had a look in.<\/p>\n Ten Hag preferred left-footed Facundo Pellistri against Bayern and selected a narrow diamond formation in United’s last two Premier League games.<\/p>\n The Dutchman will undoubtedly know what he’s doing, having successfully managed exciting young players throughout his coaching career before landing at Old Trafford.<\/p>\n But concerns over Garnacho’s frustrations are warranted. He surely can’t consistently improve if his opportunities are restricted to substitute cameos.<\/p>\n At the same time, starting him over Rashford would be a significant statement that could easily backfire. It’s a nice problem for Ten Hag to have, as the cliche goes, but it doesn’t come without its peril.<\/p>\n
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