A player whom Amorim doesn't rate highly, but who has wowed United fans with his individual brilliance

Joshua Zirkzee has been a rare bright spot for Manchester United in recent weeks, delivering a standout performance in the club’s match against Tottenham Hotspur.

With a host of first-team players sidelined through injury, manager Rubén Amorim was forced to make several changes to his starting lineup. One of the biggest surprises was the inclusion of Zirkzee, a player who has struggled for consistent game time under the Portuguese coach.

However, the young Dutchman grabbed his opportunity with both hands, producing a man-of-the-match performance. Despite United going down 1-0, Zirkzee was a constant threat to the Tottenham defense, showcasing his excellent dribbling skills, vision, and composure on the ball.

A ray of hope

Zirkzee’s performance has given Manchester United fans a much-needed boost. The club has been struggling for consistency this season, and the young forward’s impressive display has provided a glimmer of hope for the future.

On social media, fans praised Zirkzee’s performance, with many calling for him to be given more opportunities in the first team. Some of the standout comments included: “Zirkzee has been a bright spark today, really impressive performance,” “Zirkzee is the only player up front, I swear,” and “Zirkzee plays with such finesse and control. What a player!”

A dilemma for Amorim

Zirkzee’s performance has put manager Rubén Amorim in a difficult position. The Portuguese coach has clearly not rated the young forward as highly as some of the fans, but it is now difficult to ignore his obvious talent.

Amorim will need to decide whether to give Zirkzee more opportunities in the first team, or whether to continue to overlook him. The decision could have a significant impact on the club’s fortunes for the rest of the season.