Interim manager Ralf Rangnick has advised Erik ten Hag on how to help Fred thrive at Manchester United. The Brazilian has been a much-improved performer under Rangnick and made his 100th appearance in the Premier League during the draw with Leicester.
Next up for Fred and his United teammates is a lunchtime trip to relegation-threatened Everton. With a spot in the Champions League still up for grabs, the Old Trafford giants also have one eye on next season - as Ajax manager Ten Hag prepares to take over on a permanent basis.
Key figures in the boardroom insist any appointment has yet to be finalised, but Ajax expect the highly-rated manager to touch down in the UK. Manchester Evening News revealed three weeks ago that he was a preferred candidate to replace Ole Gunnar Solskjaer.