Louis Saha has directed focus on Erik ten Hag for Bruno Fernandes‘ early-season struggle at Manchester United.
The Red Devils captain has endured a poor start to the campaign, failing to score in his first 11 games.
But Saha has questioned Ten Hag’s midfield set-up, claiming Kobbie Mainoo and Christian Eriksen’s roles don’t help Fernandes.
“It could be a bit of bad luck that Bruno Fernandes hasn’t scored yet; he’s hit the bar, and these things happen,” Saha told Paddy Power.
“He doesn’t seem to be as confident, but also Manchester United‘s tactics are a part of it. He hasn’t been helped and has been given many passes by the wingers.
“His talent does the talking – but when the talent doesn’t talk, you’ll find him struggling. His work rate has been the same, but the team aren’t linking up as well.
“Some of those tactical choices in midfield – United have good players, but they’re missing the legs.
“Kobbie Mainoo and Christian Eriksen are good on the ball, but sometimes they play too deep and not close enough to the strikers. They’re too far away and their positioning is not right – it’s a struggle to watch.”