Bruno Fernandes praises “unstoppable” Manchester United teammate, his best positon is now undeniable

Bruno Fernandes has praised one teammate he described as “unstoppable” after Manchester United’s victory over Real Sociedad.

Manchester United secured their place in the quarter-finals of the Europa League after a comfortable victory over Real Sociedad on Thursday night.

The Reds are set to face French outfit Lyon in the next round, and will be desperate to win and get one step closer to potential Champions League qualification for next season.

Bruno Fernandes was the star man on the night, scoring a hat-trick and receiving the Man of the Match in the 4-1 victory.

However, several other players in Ruben Amorim’s side also impressed greatly against the Spanish opposition.

Fernandes praises unstoppable Mazraoui

One of those players was Noussair Mazraoui, who has found form in recent games after going through a small rough patch.

The Moroccan defender was stationed at right centre-back and helped United to sustain pressure with his pressing and aggressive approach, mixed with his excellent ball-playing.

After the game, Mazraoui took to Instagram to reflect on the victory. “Next round quarter finals! As one! Top support at Old Trafford!” he wrote.

Fernandes was quick to respond and offer praise to his teammate, simply commenting: “Unstoppable,” with a fire emoji.

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Mazraoui’s form earlier this season was making him a Player of the Year contender and he has been able to reach those levels once again recently.

Mazraoui has either been used as a wide centre-back or wingback under Amorim, and it feels like all of his top performances have come at right centre-back.

The 28-year-old is United’s best option in that position and without Lisandro Martínez available, his progressive qualities are so important now.

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United do not have many wingback options, which is why he is hopping between the two positions, but once signings are made and Amad is back in action, Mazraoui should primarily be playing on the right side of that back three.

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