Tyrell Malacia

2022 - 9 - 27

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Two reasons for Malacia's new position (Manchester United)

Ex-Manchester United manager Louis van Gaal explains why Tyrell Malacia played at centre-back for the Netherlands.

Malacia looks set to go head-to-head with De Bruyne again, when United are next in action. "The defensive work he did very well," added van Gaal. "I put him on the left of the central defence because De Bruyne played a lot on that side.

Tyrell Malacia admits he disagreed with Louis van Gaal decision (Stretty News)

Tyrell Malacia has enjoyed a sparkling start to life at Manchester United by almost immediately becoming the first-choice left-back under Erik ten Hag.

But if the trainer needs me as a central defender, I’m ready.” United will be aiming for five consecutive wins on the road whilst City are continuing their chase for a third straight league title. I did not agree with it at the time. Malacia, who is primarily a left-back, was a second-half substitute when he replaced Nathan Ake in the 1-0 win. Malacia is also a regular in the Netherlands fold, managed by former United manager Louis van Gaal. I’m used to going along in the attack.

Van Gaal may use Tyrell Malacia at centre-back for Netherlands at ... (United In Focus)

The former Feyenoord defender replaced Manchester City's Nathan Ake at half-time in last night's 1-0 UEFA Nations League win against Belgium.

It’s better to have a pitbull like that instead of someone like Blind who tries to solve it tactically. Louis van Gaal may use Tyrell Malacia at centre-back at the World Cup [ESPN NL](https://twitter.com/ESPNnl/status/1574150795225976836): “I put Malacia in the left centre-back role because Martins Indi is not going to make it to the World Cup squad in time due to injury.

Why Louis van Gaal trialled Manchester United defender Tyrell ... (Manchester Evening News)

Man Utd defender Tyrell Malacia was given a new role by Louis van Gaal in the international break.

He got his wish. [Malacia](https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/all-about/tyrell-malacia) replaced centre-back Nathan Ake. Promoted Stories [Fred has proved his United value without even playing](https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/fred-man-united-news-latest-25102097) [Luke Shaw](https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/all-about/luke-shaw) and the exciting potential of youngster [Alvaro Fernandez](https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/all-about/alvaro-fernandez). [Erik ten Hag](https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/all-about/erik-ten-hag) didn't agree.

Manchester United Defender Tyrell Malacia Impresses In The ... (Sports Illustrated)

With the international break coming to a close and the return of club football on the horizon, one man who has enjoyed a fruitful start to life in England ...

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Tyrell Malacia reveals disagreement with Louis van Gaal's ... (Teamtalk.com)

Tyrell Malacia has spoken about his disagreement with Louis van Gaal after being told he would be playing at centre-back for the Netherlands.

“I put him on the left of the central defence because [Kevin] De Bruyne played a lot on that side. The national coach thinks that I should also be able to play in the centre of the defence. “I didn’t agree with it at the time, yes. Many expected Daley Blind to move into the middle to partner Virgil van Dijk with the United man slotting in at left-back. Blind has played in the heart of defence on numerous occasions. So it was a surprise to everyone, including the player, when he arrived as second-half sub at centre-back on Sunday night.