Roy Keane’s Manchester United Concerns: The Goalkeeper And Striker Spots Him
As Manchester United preparing to kick off their new season, Sky Sports pundit Roy Keane has expressed concerns about the reigning Premier League giants’ bid to challenge for the top honors next term. In a recent debate on Stick to Football, brought to us by Sky Bet, Keane delved into the areas he believes required improvement for Erik ten Hag’s side to succeed.
The spotlight fell on the goalkeeper and striker conundrums, with Manchester United’s 2022/2023 campaign marred by a sluggish start and inconsistent performances amidst a disappointing eighth-place league finish. Keane emphasized these positions as crucial to the team’s prospect of competing at the highest levels.
Andre Onana, Manchester United’s new goalkeeper, faced criticism and scrutiny last season due to errant mistakes leading to goals. Considering the high stakes of the Premier League campaign, Keane believes settling on a reliable goalkeeper will hinge on Onana’s ability to refine his skills and adapt to the top-heavy competition.
Rasmus Hojlund, the Danish striker, is similarly under the microscope. Hojlund’s inaugural season at Manchester United stalled due to injury, and Keane is eager to see the 23-year-old adapt to the Premier League’s speed and physicality. Manchester City’s acquisition of Erling Braut Haaland and Wolverhampton Wanderers snatching up Goncalo Gummes, among other offseason moves, has heightened the competition amidst the top six.
Gary Neville aligned with Keane’s sentiments, cautioning viewers about the perils of injuries hindering Manchester United’s top-eight aspirations. "Injuries are going to be the massive thing for Manchester United," Neville said. "The left-back in particular is a problem because if Luke Shaw is out, the drop-off is massive.”
Manchester United will return to action on Friday night against Championship-bound Fulham, vying to bounce back from last seasons’ disappointing campaign. As the season prepares to kick off, fans are equally eager to see the likes of Christian Eriksen, Marcus Rashford, and Bruno Fernandes lead the charge.
Will injuries and personnel issues plague Man United’s quest for top-four relevancy? Only time will determine the answer. For fans seeking more updates and insights amidst the Premier League season, follow us on [Follow us on all social media platforms]…