Ruben Amorim believes the Manchester United star who impressed against Bournemouth by displaying his “quality” is a key player, emphasizing that the player truly understands his own worth.

Manchester United boss Ruben Amorim has shared his assessment of a recent player performance following their Premier League clash against Bournemouth. The encounter, hosted at the Vitality Stadium, saw the home side take control in the first half, with Antoine Semenyo netting in the 23rd minute after beating goalkeeper Andre Onana.

Despite holding a 1-0 lead at halftime, Bournemouth couldn’t keep the pressure up, especially after being reduced to 10 men in the 70th minute when Evanilson received a red card. Manchester United took advantage of the situation late in the game, as Rasmus Hojlund struck a dramatic equalizer during stoppage time, salvaging a point for the visitors.

The draw extends United’s winless run in the league to five matches, keeping them down in 14th place with only four games remaining in the season. Their form has sparked concerns of a finish outside the top ten, which would be a disappointing end to a troubled campaign.

Amorim also took a moment to speak on Luke Shaw’s performance, as the defender returned to the starting lineup for the first time in several months after dealing with injuries. Shaw played the full match in a back three and impressed fans with his impact, particularly in the final third. Amorim highlighted Shaw’s attacking contributions, pointing out his creativity and sharp passing ability, especially after Bournemouth were down a man. He emphasized the importance of managing Shaw’s fitness while noting how influential the defender was in the closing stages of the game.

As the team prepares for their upcoming Europa League semi-final against Athletic Club in Bilbao, Amorim shifted focus away from the dropped points at Bournemouth, suggesting the European fixture presents a fresh and more significant challenge. United booked their place in the semis after overcoming Lyon in the quarter-finals and now turn their attention to a crucial test in Spain.