Carragher Claims De Ligt and Maguire Are Ill-Suited for Back Three Formation

Manchester United is preparing for the debut of their new manager, Ruben Amorim, with the first match set for November 24 against Ipswich. Ahead of this clash, there is increasing speculation regarding how the team will line up under Amorim’s 3-4-3 formation. Jamie Carragher has voiced concerns over the compatibility of current defenders, particularly suggesting that Matthijs de Ligt and Harry Maguire struggle to work in the same defensive setup. He mentioned that while Lisandro Martinez might excel in central defense, the other two may not handle the wide positions effectively. Carragher also reflected on United's prospective midfield dynamics, noting the aggressive playing style seen in Soccer’s Sporting. This could raise challenges for United, especially during high-stakes matches like their upcoming game against Arsenal. He criticized the idea of Garnacho playing as a left wing back, fearing it might not suit the requirements of the strategic setup against strong attackers like Bukayo Saka.