Man Utd ratings: Jadon Sancho and Marcus Rashford shine in double act while Cristiano Ronaldo enjoys cameo from bench
MANCHESTER UNITED made it three straight victories under Erik ten Hag with a 1-0 win at Leicester.
Jadon Sancho scored the only goal of the game as United put in another impressive performance.
The result lifts the Red Devils to fifth in the Premier League table on transfer deadline day.
And the future looks bright with new signings including Casemiro and Antony also ready to come into the side.
But who was United’s best player on the night? And did anyone have a game to forget?
Here, SunSport’s Anthony Chapman delivers his player ratings…
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DAVID DE GEA – 7
Very little to do tonight as United controlled possession.
But denied James Maddison a free-kick goal with an excellent save.
Looks to have calmed down after early-season fumbles and radiated confidence throughout game.
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DIOGO DALOT – 8
Has been a revelation in Erik ten Hag’s attacking system.
Clever chipped ball kicked off move for United’s opener at King Power Stadium.
And another classy performance proves Red Devils were right not to try for a new right-back on deadline day.
RAPHAEL VARANE – 7
Looking more like his old Real Madrid self with each passing game.
Coolness and composure ensured Leicester were never a real threat.
He just needs more and more minutes to keep potential fitness problems at bay.
LISANDRO MARTINEZ – 6
Another aggressive performance from the pint-sized defender.
However, was caught out of position several times by nippy Leicester forwards.
And at times he struggled in one-on-one situations, taking a tactical yellow card in second half.
TYRELL MALACIA – 6
Some sharp moments from the new Dutch left-back.
His commitment for the cause is second-to-none.
But some wiser decisions and better passing wouldn’t go amiss.
SCOTT McTOMINAY – 6
Has responded well to Casemiro’s arrival.
Put in some good tackles and was less reckless on the ball.
Might have to get used to warming the bench soon but can hold head high.
CHRISTIAN ERIKSEN – 7
Settled in nicely after summer switch from Brentford.
Did nothing outstanding but every touch and pass was meaningful.
What he lacks physically he more than makes up for with intelligence and technique.
ANTHONY ELANGA – 6
Work rate tonight could not be questioned.
But quality on ball was slightly lacking.
And failed to really take advantage of Leicester’s shoddy defensive work.
BRUNO FERNANDES – 7
Always looked to get on the ball.
Has stepped up as United’s leader in absence of Harry Maguire and Cristiano Ronaldo.
And is looking like the dogged midfield superstar fans have been craving for years.
JADON SANCHO – 8
A real menace on the wing tonight.
His movement was too good for Leicester to handle.
And Sancho’s great showing was rewarded with a well-taken goal.
MARCUS RASHFORD – 8
Starting to make the striker role his own after years out wide.
Pressed well and gave Leicester defenders little time to dwell on the ball.
Another impressive showing which is sure to frustrate benched Cristiano Ronaldo.
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Casemiro (for Elanga, 59’) – 7
Brought some really good energy to side as United defended their lead late on.
Strength and authority means he has to start against Arsenal on Sunday.
Sancho (for Ronaldo, 68’) – 7
A bit isolated at times yet looked more involved than he did in previous games.
Wasted several chances but brought a cutting edge to side.
Fred (for Rashford, 87’) – N/A