Ten Hag confirms defensive pecking order
This was the clearest indication yet of Erik ten Hag's defensive pecking order at Manchester United. Tyrell Malacia was the reserve right-back option in the absence of Diogo Dalot, and Victor Lindelof was selected ahead of Harry Maguire in the heart of the defence, despite both being of them being available.
United will still be in the market for a new right-back next year, while signing a back-up centre-back might well become a growing issue going forward if either Lindelof or Maguire seeks a transfer in pursuit of more meaningful playing time.
