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Matthew Holt

Alejandro Garnacho sent message over Manchester United's No. 7 shirt number

Erik ten Hag's careful plan regarding star Alejandro Garnacho has been hailed following the teenager's recent form - although the Manchester United forward has been told he's not yet ready to wear the club's iconic No. 7 shirt number.

The 18-year-old scored a stunning late winner for United at Craven Cottage last month, whilst also impressing in cameos against Real Sociedad and Aston Villa. Garnacho is currently away with the Reds on a winter training camp, with Ten Hag 's side preparing to take on both Cadiz and Real Betis in upcoming club friendlies.

Having made a stellar breakthrough following a troubled pre-season, the former Atletico Madrid youngster has given United another dimension to their attack, especially given the poor form suffered by Jadon Sancho as of late. With the season set to spring back into life in just a few weeks' time, Wes Brown believes Garnacho's mindset is something that has to be praised given his relatively young age.

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