“Ship him back to Italy. He was the reason we lost the game”, “Terminate his contract after this game. He helped Man City to win the game” – Manchester United fans furious with star’s performance in Man City loss. š£”He can’t even control the ball. I was so disappointed with his performance”š”š
Disappointment resonates among Manchester United fans following Moroccan midfielder Sofyan Amrabat’s lackluster performance in the team’s 3-1 defeat to Manchester City on March 3.
Amrabat, previously hailed for his prowess showcased in the 2022 FIFA World Cup, has encountered difficulties adapting to life at Old Trafford since his loan move from Serie A outfit Fiorentina in September 2023. Despite featuring in 20 matches across various competitions for the Red Devils, the midfielder has failed to make a significant impact, remaining goalless and assist-free.
During the recent clash against Pep Guardiola’s Manchester City at the Etihad Stadium, Amrabat found himself excluded from Erik ten Hag’s starting XI. Introduced as a substitute for Kobbie Mainoo in the 82nd minute, the 27-year-old’s brief cameo saw him execute only two passes and commit a costly error leading to Erling Haaland’s decisive goal. A mishap just outside United’s penalty area, where Rodri dispossessed Amrabat, allowed Haaland to secure City’s victory with a left-footed strike.
Post-match, football enthusiasts took to social media platforms to critique Amrabat’s performance, with some advocating for his return to Serie A or even the termination of his contract with Manchester United.
“Mbappe paved the way for this guy. Send him back to Italy,” remarked one fan.
“Contract termination after this game,” another user insisted.
Such sentiments reverberated across the fanbase, underscoring the collective frustration over Amrabat’s underwhelming display.
Reports from One Football indicated Barcelona’s interest in securing Amrabat’s services during the January transfer window. However, Erik ten Hag remained resolute in retaining the midfielder at Old Trafford, brushing off any potential departure rumors.
