Ruben Amorim called Noussair Mazraoui “the future” of Manchester United, after the Moroccan played a starring role in the new manager’s first win at the helm.
United won 3-2 against Norwegian side Bodo/Glimt on Thursday night to earn Amorim his first victory as the new head coach, in his first match at Old Trafford.
Mazraoui registered an assist on the night, as well as completing 95 per cent of his passes as he impressed at right wing-back.
The 27-year-old has played at left-back, right-back, in midfield and now right centre-back for United since joining from Bayern Munich on a four-year deal in August.
Speaking after the win over Bodo/Glimt, Amorim said of Mazraoui: “He’s an incredible player, he’s our future.
“He played in different positions, he looks always fresh but we have to be careful. There’s a lot of games but he’s here to stay. This kind of player is what we need.”
Alejandro Garnacho put United 1-0 up in the first minute at Old Trafford, but Bodo/Glimt turned the match on its head and led 2-1 at the break.
Yet a second-half brace by Rasmus Hojlund earned the Red Devils their first victory under Amorim, with Mazraoui playing a key role.
