Ander Herrera was signed by Van Gaal if 2014 in the summer, from Atletico Bilbao. The 27 year old Spanish international has been a very important player for Manchester United this season and is a midfielder who can play box to box and also as an attacking midfielder. He forms a very important part in the current United midfield, which is a mixture of defensive with Carrick, passing and vision of Herrera and Pogba. And Attacking with Pogba. Herrera forms an integral part of the three.
All though being a very good player, he is also very famous among the fans. He is clearly a fan favorite. Some also refer him as the next Captain and the next Paul Scholes.
The few reasons for his favoritism among the fans and the manager are.
1. His great form and performance on the pitch.
2. His determination to succeed and give it all for club.
3. Hard work ethics.
4. Does not have authority issues, is very calm, cool and does not have an ego issue.
5. Fans see him as a potential captain.
6. His hunger to win games and trophies with United.
7. His being active on social media and motivational actions.
8. His loyalism for the club.
9. He loves the city, club, culture and the fans.
10. He wants to be a Legend at the club
11. His hard work, concentration on the training group and sharpness on the pitch.
These points make him a fan favorite. But you all might be thinking on why he is the next Scholes? Paul himself said that Herrera was the best ever midfield signing and is destined for greatness.
Many compare his style of play to that of Scholes, which in fact is similar, great vision, passing, loves to tackle and to take the ball in possession,loves to take advantage of counter attacking situations and the want to score. Is strong. The complete midfielder who any team desires, a blend of all qualities, Playmaker, backing into the team and has very good leadership qualities.
In his debut match during United's pre season win in USA against LA Galaxy he bagged three assists. He has been in the managers good books for quite some time now and has also been a favorite. We can say now that the starting 11 is empty or not perfect without him.
Here are his stats for the current season in the Premier League
Age - 27
Nationality - Spanish
Passes per game (Average) - 122
Passing Accuracy - 88%
Interceptions - 61
Goals - 0
Assists - 3
Appearances - 19
Kit Number - 21
Tackles - 49
Total Passes - 1375
Yellow cards - 1
Red cards - 1
Total Crosses - 35
Successful Dribbles - 23
Shot Accuracy - 25%
Traits - Team Player, Vision, Backs into team, Playmaker, Leadership, Can take long shots, Pass Master.
Fouls conceded - 33
Fouls won - 32
These stats show that what a world class player he has been this season. He is like the stem of a plant, connects the roots to the leaves. Meaning connecting the defense to the attacking three by supplying passes.
Ander Herrera is the perfect United player who is destined for greatness and legend material. For us he is the future captain and should be given too.
Due to his impressive performances He was also called up by Spain for the first time, even though he just made one appearence.
He is also great friends with fellow reds and countrymen, De Gea and Mata. They form a great chemistry both on and off the pitch.
He is already in our judgment a United player of the year, Captain and a great player of his generation!
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