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of their first pre-season pleasant of the summer time, Manchester United produced a colorless goalless draw in opposition to arch-rivals Leeds United on Saturday.
The Purple Devils seemed misplaced at occasions, particularly within the first half with their midfield missing any actual management. It was clear to see that Ruben Amorim wants reinforcements in the midst of the park.
The state of affairs improved within the second 45 minutes, with United creating fairly a number of probabilities, however identical to final season, they failed to search out the again of the online because of a mix of unhealthy luck and poor ending.
The newly-promoted aspect additionally had their justifiable share of alternatives, with Tom Heaton producing a few improbable saves to maintain the scores stage within the second half.
Heaton produced a few excellent saves
The Englishman, who not too long ago signed a one-year contract extension, spoke to MUTV (by way of MEN) after the sport, and defined that the fireplace inside him was burning vibrant, due to which he determined to commit for one more yr.
“That has at all times been my message. When the chance got here to remain for one more yr in the summertime, as at all times, the precedence is to try to get within the shirt.
“I wouldn’t be right here if I didn’t assume I may try this and go and ship performances. I hope right now confirmed that.”
His final look got here beneath Erik ten Hag, and his second homecoming has seen him earn solely three caps and he’s determined so as to add to these numbers.
His spectacular efficiency in Stockholm comes on the excellent time, with Andre Onana injured for six weeks and United searching for a high quality backup for the Cameroonian.
Ought to the 39-year-old earn extra minutes within the upcoming pre-season video games and he continues to impress, who is aware of? He may begin the brand new season in between the sticks.
Tom Heaton hoping to earn minutes this season
“Competitors for locations is strictly what we would like. That is Manchester United Soccer Membership and it needs to be aggressive in each single place.
“You’re competing in opposition to everybody else on this planet as a result of that’s the attain of this soccer membership.
“For me, it’s about performing, working daily, taking the chance when it comes and hopefully preserve exhibiting the supervisor what I’m able to.”
There have been rumours that Altay Bayindir could possibly be offered, with the Turk struggling when referred to as upon final season. His distribution left loads to be desired within the first half in opposition to Leeds.
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