5 selection dilemmas for Jose Mourinho after the January Transfer Window

#3 What can be done with Anthony Martial

Tony Martial has scored 9 Premier League goals already.

Despite being of around the same age as that of Marcus Rashford, Anthony Martial looks like a much better player currently. Sure, he has the tendency to fade away from games at times but his finishing ability impresses the most.

He often needs just one or two chances to finish and possesses a very calm head in front of the goal. Moreover, there is more finesse to Martial’s game than that of Rashford. The Frenchman dribbles the ball really well and is adept at taking on defenders with ease.

However, it is his lacklustre behaviour and complacency that lets him down at times. He has age by his side to shrug off complacency from his game and would have to do so with the increasing competition for attacking positions in the club.

However, the issue is that Martial thrives while playing on the left wing too. He likes to cut in from the wing and to take a shot from his stronger right foot. With Sanchez playing over there, Martial might have to adjust to playing behind the striker or even as the forward at times.

The Frenchman has a good passing range and a very silky first touch. Moreover, his ability to tame the defenders with his skills on the ball can help him thrive while playing in the number 10 role.