Manchester United have to look into their striker situation after a mistake by Alejandro Garnacho. That error could have lost them the game against Lyon.
Alejandro Garnacho Nearly Costs United Against Lyon
Manchester United can’t brush off the Alejandro Garnacho miss that nearly came back to bite them against Lyon. The young Argentine winger had a golden chance to seal the deal for his side. But, he fired a weak shot straight at Lyon keeper Lucas Perri when it looked easier to score.
That moment could’ve killed the game off, giving United a comfortable three-goal cushion. Instead, the French side bounced back, pushed the tie into extra time. They almost pulled off a shock comeback.
The Argentina international has bagged 10 goals this season. Only a handful of them have come in key matches. He’s scored just two in his last 29 outings.
His dribbling and energy are top-tier. Although, he’s still got a lot to learn when it comes to finishing. Thursday night showed both his potential and the work still ahead.
Striker Struggles Highlight Bigger Issue for United
The Europa League quarter-final clash also exposed United’s ongoing striker problem.
Rasmus Hojlund, the only fit senior striker, was subbed off with the game still in the balance. While he also showed small flashes of form. But, he’s far from the regular threat Utd need up front.
Joshua Zirkzee is sidelined and Chido Obi was unavailable on Thursday. Ruben Amorim had to use Kobbie Mainoo as a false nine. That is a clear sign of just how thin things are in the attacking line. This situation screams for better recruitment. The club is planning to address these issues this summer.
Ipswich forward Liam Delap is high on their wishlist.
But, signing him may depend on securing Champions League football.
That win in the quarter-finals might have kept the dream alive for now. However, it also put a spotlight on how much rebuilding needs to happen up front.
Garnacho’s missed chance was just one moment of many. But, it clearly summed up the fine margins the Red Devils are working with this season.
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