Marcel Sabitzer Manchester United

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Marcel Sabitzer blown away by Man Utd debut as new signing ... (Mirror.co.uk)

On-loan Bayern Munich midfielder Marcel Sabitzer came off the bench in the closing stages of Manchester United's Premier League victory over Crystal Palace ...

[Casemiro's red card in the 70th minute](https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/news/man-utd-casemiro-red-card-29133635). [Christian Eriksen and Donny van de Beek's serious injuries](https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/news/man-utd-eriksen-injury-update-29094700) have left Ten Hag short of options in the centre of the park, prompting the decision to sign Sabitzer on loan. He did not have to wait long to make his debut for his new club, coming off the bench in the 81st minute to help United see out a [2-1 victory over Crystal Palace](https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/match-reports/man-utd-crystal-palace-highlights-29132871) on Saturday afternoon. But also I sometimes want my centre-halves playing in midfield positions so that we create dynamics. An example of the intensity he can offer Erik ten Hag's side came in the 90th minute, when he battled for the ball in the United half and launched a counter-attack, only to be penalised for a foul in somewhat unlucky circumstances. "He understands the game and it is good to see." [Have your say in the comments!](https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/news/man-utd-crystal-palace-sabitzer-29138194#comments-wrapper) [Leicester](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/leicester-city-fc). "He came in, he played really well," Ten Hag said of the former RB Leipzig star. [Bayern Munich](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/bayern-munich) midfielder, 28, [joined the Red Devils](https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/transfer-news/breaking-marcel-sabitzer-man-utd-29099495) on a deal until the end of the season on deadline day of the [January transfer window](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/january-transfer-window). [Premier League](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/premier-league) table, leapfrogging [Newcastle](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/newcastle-united-fc), who were held to a 1-1 draw by [West Ham](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/west-ham-united-fc) later on Saturday. [Manchester United](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/manchester-united-fc) loan in winning fashion.

David de Gea confident Marcel Sabitzer can cover for suspended ... (The Guardian)

Manchester United's David de Gea is confident Marcel Sabitzer can replace Casemiro after the Brazilian was banned for three games.

It’s not easy to come in a game when we’re one man less, he showed good spirit, he’s going to help the team a lot.” “That shows how difficult every game is in the Yet De Gea pointed to Sabitzer, who

Erik ten Hag assesses Marcel Sabitzer's Man Utd debut (90min)

Marcel Sabitzer debut: Erik ten Hag discusses first impressions of new Man Utd midfielder after first appearance.

“You see that straight from the start and in training as well. But Sabitzer got on for the final nine minutes plus stoppage time, with Casemiro at that point already sent off. United hadn’t initially planned to dip into the January market again following the loan arrivals of Jack Butland and Wout Weghorst.

Man United: Marcel Sabitzer 'foul' sums up Premier League officials (GiveMeSport)

Referee gave the most laughable foul against Sabitzer to stop Man United's counter v Palace.

I know everyone says this all the time, but this ref just seemed determined to penalise United.” They wrote: “Disgraceful decision by the referee. “It shouldn’t have happened. It didn’t even look close to a foul in real time. [Marcus Rashford](https://www.givemesport.com/marcus-rashford) on the break to wrap up the three points. In the 90th minute, he won the ball back with a very clean tackle and he looked to release an in-form

Erik ten Hag pleased with Marcel Sabitzer debut for Manchester ... (Sports Mole)

Manchester United head coach Erik ten Hag praises Marcel Sabitzer for his contribution to Saturday's nervy win over Crystal Palace.

I think we deserved the lead and especially the second goal was a great goal to see." First of all, the quality of the game. "I have so many occasions this season where they didn't interfere so I was disappointed but we have to take it.

Erik ten Hag and Luke Shaw react to Marcel Sabitzer's Manchester ... (The Peoples Person)

Manchester United had to dig deep as they held on to secure all three points against Crystal Palace despite going down to 10 men in the second-half.

For just £1.25 per issue/£3.75 a month you’ll receive unique insights into United, straight to your inbox – before every match and throughout the month. “He’s really composed on the ball and he knows how to defend. [Casemiro](https://thepeoplesperson.com/2023/02/05/erik-ten-hags-view-of-casemiro-sending-off-upheld-by-photographic-evidence-259320/) was shown a straight red for violent conduct and the Brazilian is likely to miss three games unless United appeal against the decision and it gets overturned. Still itching for more United content? But the Bayern Munich man showed his class. But, yeah, he did quite well.

David de Gea confident Marcel Sabitzer can serve as Casemiro ... (Metro)

Manchester United star David de Gea is confident Marcel Sabitzer is ready to come in and replace the suspended Casemiro.

[Leicester City](https://metro.co.uk/tag/leicester-city-fc/?ico=auto_link_sport_P3_LNK1) on 19 February. ‘He’s really composed on the ball and he knows how to defend. [check our sport page](https://metro.co.uk/sport/). And, everyone is ready to play.’ [Privacy Policy](https://metro.co.uk/privacypolicy/) [Casemiro](https://metro.co.uk/tag/casemiro/?ico=auto_link_sport_P1_LNK1) with the [Manchester United](https://metro.co.uk/tag/manchester-united-fc/?ico=auto_link_sport_P1_LNK2) midfielder facing a three-game ban.

Man Utd have a new 'Roy Keane' at the club but Erik ten Hag has a ... (Daily Express)

Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag has been working wonders at Old Trafford ever since his appointment back in the summer.

Marcel Sabitzer is now expected to partner up with Fred in the middle of the park, with [Bruno Fernandes](/latest/bruno-fernandes) playing further ahead. The player was not considering other options. Nothing was in danger. However, [Erik ten Hag](/latest/erik-ten-hag) is facing a major dilemma ahead of that showdown with the Brazil international set to miss the match through suspension. Romano told his YouTube channel: “The player was offered to Chelsea, was not discussed by Chelsea, so Chelsea were not interested in signing Marcel Sabitzer in the final hours of the market. “That midfield general that has that desire and understanding of the game of when to do what to make sure that his team are performing to the best of their capabilities.”

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