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Daily Mirror
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Dan Marsh

Wout Weghorst details private talks with Erik ten Hag that led to surprise Man Utd change

Wout Weghorst has revealed that Erik ten Hag informed him that he was planning to deploy him as a No.10 midway through a match.

Weghorst, 30, completed a shock loan move to Manchester United in the January transfer window after the Red Devils parted company with Cristiano Ronaldo during the World Cup.

The Burnley striker, who was on loan at Besiktas prior to United's approach, has started every game since his arrival - even though he's scored just twice in 18 games. But in recent weeks, United have had plenty of joy by utilising Weghorst in a slightly deeper role.

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