Man Utd are one of ‘the three strongest teams in Europe’ – Marcelino

Manchester United are one of the strong teams in Europe this season, according to Valencia boss Marcelino Garcia Toral.

Many believe United are in a state of crisis having already lost four matches across all competitions this season. Manager Jose Mourinho is under increasing pressure and appears to be losing members of the dressing room.

And, despite their goalless draw at Old Trafford on Tuesday, Marcelino heaped praise on the physicality of the players in Mourinho’s team before the game.

Speaking to reporters prior to the match, Marcelino said: “They are physically among the three strongest teams in Europe.

“Offensively they have a lot of potential with players of the highest level, some costing more than £70m who represent their countries.

“They have a strong aerial game and are prepared to fight for everything, both in the Premier League and in the Champions League.

“We will try to counteract their game by working together. They are a team that struggle to defend as a unit, but are very strong in duels.”

An underwhelming start to the season

Valencia qualified for this year’s elite European competition after finishing fourth in La Liga last season, but their start to the current campaign has been less positive.

They currently sit 14th in La Liga having only won one game this season and fell to a 2-0 defeat to Juventus in their Champions League opener last month.

Manchester United have endured a similar start in the Premier League, currently 10th after three wins, three defeats and a draw from their opening seven games.

 

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