Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim has confirmed one guaranteed starter for today’s Europa League clash at Viktoria Plzen.
The Red Devils suffered a disappointing 3-2 defeat to Nottingham Forest in the Premier League last weekend. They have the opportunity to make amends this evening.
Malacia accompanied Amorim at the pre-match press conference, and he acknowledged that the 25-year-old will be in the starting XI.
Malacia recently returned to action after spending 17 months on the sidelines due to multiple knee surgeries.
He had a tough comeback game against Bodo/Glimt in the Europa League. He was at fault for one of the goals conceded.
Malacia looked more composed in the first half against Arsenal this month, but he was taken off at the interval.
The Dutchman, who has been hailed as ‘amazing‘ by previous manager Erik ten Hag, has another big chance to prove his worth.
Diogo Dalot has impressed as a left-back, but he has struggled in the wing-back position under Amorim.
This has opened the door for other players to capitalise. Malacia is one of those who could take advantage of Dalot’s lean form.
Malacia has always possessed good defensive skills, but the big question is whether he can impress in an attacking sense.
The former Feyenoord man excelled with his forward runs during his time in the Eredivisie. He has yet to replicate this with United.
He has the opportunity to make a big impression on Amorim during today’s game in Czechia.
