4 similarities between Manchester United's 2013-14 season under David Moyes and the current season

It can't be that bad for Manchester United, can it?
It can't be that bad for Manchester United, can it?

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United dealt with some major Rooney related transfer issues in 2013-14
United dealt with some major Rooney related transfer issues in 2013-14

When David Moyes took the helm at United, he was already having issues with key players. Wayne Rooney, the main man at the time, had reportedly asked the club for a transfer.

With Moyes changing the playing style, he preferred Robin Van Persie to play upfront and made comments on playing Rooney as a second fiddle to the Dutchman. A lot of Moyes' strength was diverted to making Rooney stay. Van Persie himself was not satisfied, as he had joined just a season earlier to play under Sir Alex.

Mourinho reportedly faced similar issues with Paul Pogba - arguably the main man at United this season. There have been reports and videos of issues between the United coach and Pogba.

Mourinho and Pogba have a similar love-hate relationship
Mourinho and Pogba have a similar love-hate relationship

Both coaches had issues with youngsters. Moyes had discipline issues with Zaha, not playing him, although the player did impress in a couple of fixtures.

Mourinho has had more drawn out issues with the likes of Martial and Shaw. Although both players have seen a recent surge in form, the public comments continue from Mourinho, and the jury is still out on where they fit in the long term United puzzle.

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Edited by Anthony Akatugba Jr.
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