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Man Utd sign Patrick Dorgu: Can ‘glitch in the matrix’ solve Ruben Amorim’s problem?
Dorgu’s story began with local youth football in his home city of Copenhagen, as well as playing with his siblings. One of his brothers is an attacker for Genoa’s under-20 team, while the other is a goalkeeper in Denmark’s lower leagues.
At 12 years old he was scouted by Danish Superliga side Nordsjaelland, a club – owned by the Right To Dream academy in Ghana – renowned for producing promising young talents. Brighton’s Simon Adingra and Brentford duo Mathias Jensen and Mikkel Damsgaard are among the academy’s alumni.
Nordsjaelland are specialists at developing youngsters, with the best of the best spending a season or two with the first team before moving on.
Yet in 2022, newly promoted Serie A side Lecce paid about €200,000 (£167,000) to sign the then 17-year-old Dorgu before he had made a single senior appearance.
“He’s sort of a glitch in the matrix,” Karsten Krogh, Serie A journalist at Danish podcast Mediano, tells BBC Sport.
“He never really did that well as a youth player in Denmark, he was never a star anywhere. It wasn’t like the other teams in Denmark were lining up to get his signature.”
After helping Lecce win the Italian under-19 title in his first season, the club’s then-first team manager Roberto d’Aversa fast-tracked Dorgu into his squad.
“He’s growing a lot and I see a bright future for him,” D’Aversa said at the time.
“In football there are no ages, there are strong players and less strong ones. He is one of the strong players.”
This season Dorgu has switched between the right wing and left-back in a back four, providing three assists and scoring once while starting all but one of Lecce’s Serie A games.
His performances have convinced United to take action, even if his childhood dream was to play for Chelsea.
In a surprising move, Manchester United has signed Portuguese midfielder Patrick Dorgu in a deal that has left many fans scratching their heads. With Ruben Amorim struggling to find his form in recent matches, could this ‘glitch in the matrix’ be the solution to his problem?Dorgu, known for his lightning-fast speed and precision passing, could provide the creative spark that United has been missing in midfield. With his ability to break down defenses and create scoring opportunities, he could be the key to unlocking United’s attacking potential.
However, some skeptics are questioning whether Dorgu is the right fit for United’s style of play. With Amorim’s struggles, the pressure will be on Dorgu to hit the ground running and make an immediate impact.
Only time will tell if this unexpected signing will pay off for United. Can Dorgu be the missing piece in the puzzle that helps United turn their season around? Or will this ‘glitch in the matrix’ only add to Amorim’s problems? Stay tuned to find out.
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Gary Neville blasts Man United as ‘the worst pound-for-pound team in the country’ as Ruben Amorim’s side are mauled by Newcastle in the first half at Old Trafford
- Gary Neville was heavily critical of Man United’s first half display v Newcastle
- Ruben Amorim’s side found themselves 2-0 down with just 19 minutes played
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Gary Neville has blasted Manchester United as ‘the worst pound-for-pound football club in the country’ following their woeful first half against Newcastle.
United went into the game in 14th place in the Premier League and they made a woeful start at Old Trafford as Alexander Isak put Newcastle ahead after just four minutes.
There was further misery to come as Joelinton put the visitors 2-0 up in the 19th minute.
Speaking on Sky Sports, Neville said: ‘You are watching the worst pound-for-pound football club in the country. They are that bad.’
United boss Ruben Amorim reacted by substituting forward Joshua Zirkzee after just 33 minutes, with Kobbie Mainoo replacing him.
It has been a woeful season for United so far, with the appointment of Amorim having not had the desired effect so far.
Gary Neville has blasted Manchester United as ‘the worst pound-for-pound football club in the country’
Ruben Amorim’s side found themselves 2-0 down after just 19 minutes against Newcastle
Amorim reacted by withdrawing forward Joshua Zirkzee with just 33 minutes played
Former United defender Neville didn’t hold back in his criticism of the Red Devils
After he succeeded Erik ten Hag there was much excitement at United when Amorim was appointed.
However, he went into the game against Newcastle with a mixed record of four wins, one draw and five defeats in ten matches.
Many United players have underperformed this season, with it being clear that the squad is in need of an overhaul.
The January transfer window could represent a chance for United to improve their squad.
However, there is much work for Amorim to do and there also remains uncertainty over the future of Marcus Rashford, despite the forward having returned to the matchday squad against Newcastle.
Rashford had been left out by Amorim for United’s previous four games.
Former Manchester United player and current football pundit Gary Neville has not held back in his criticism of his former club, labeling them as ‘the worst pound-for-pound team in the country’ after their dismal performance against Newcastle at Old Trafford.Neville’s scathing comments come after United were mauled by Ruben Amorim’s side in the first half, with the visitors taking a commanding lead early on. The Red Devils struggled to cope with Newcastle’s attacking prowess and were left chasing the game as they fell behind by multiple goals.
The former England international did not mince his words as he lambasted United’s lackluster display, questioning their commitment, desire, and overall quality on the pitch. Neville’s assessment is sure to ruffle feathers among the United faithful, who have been left frustrated by the team’s inconsistent performances in recent weeks.
As the pressure mounts on Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and his players, Neville’s comments serve as a stark reminder of the high standards expected at a club of United’s stature. With tough fixtures on the horizon, including a crucial Champions League clash against Villarreal, the Red Devils will need to quickly address their issues if they are to salvage their season and appease their disgruntled fans.
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