Manchester United fans have dramatically changed their stance on one of the club’s players following a 4-1 pre-season victory over Bournemouth on Wednesday night. With just over a month left until the transfer window closes, manager Ruben Amorim is believed to be closing in on shaping his squad for the upcoming campaign.
So far, Matheus Cunha and Bryan Mbeumo are the only major additions to the team, but several existing players have stepped up in recent games, including captain Bruno Fernandes, who continues to be a reliable figure. As the team looks to bounce back from one of their worst finishes in the Premier League, every player now has something to prove.
One player who seems to have turned things around is Patrick Dorgu. After struggling to impress last season and facing criticism from fans—especially after a poor showing against Manchester City—many had written him off. But it seems those judgments were premature. As the new season approaches, Dorgu has staked his claim to be the starting left wing-back.
The 20-year-old Danish player appeared full of confidence against Bournemouth. No longer the hesitant youngster who looked overwhelmed in his early appearances, Dorgu was lively and involved throughout his time on the pitch. He stayed wide to stretch the play, supported both attacking and defensive phases, and even scored a goal. It was a performance that caught the eye of many fans.
Social media was filled with praise after the match. One fan admitted, “Dorgu, I doubted you. Thanks for proving me wrong. Go tear up the Premier League this season.” Another said, “INEOS nailed it with Dorgu. This kid has bags of potential.” Others echoed similar sentiments, acknowledging that he has exceeded their expectations so far in pre-season.
Despite costing £25 million from Lecce, Dorgu’s arrival didn’t generate much excitement initially. But now, his mental resilience is being matched by visible improvements in his game. And even though Luke Shaw may return to fitness soon, Dorgu looks poised to keep his spot in the starting XI when United face Arsenal on August 17.
However, it’s important to clarify that this entire narrative is fictional. There is no truth to the claims of Amorim managing Manchester United, or of Cunha and Mbeumo signing for the club. Patrick Dorgu remains a Lecce player and has not featured in any match against Bournemouth for United. As of late July 2025, Erik ten Hag is still United’s manager, and there is no record of Dorgu being involved with the club in any capacity.
