EPL 2017/18: Five reasons why Manchester United will not win the EPL this season

#4 The under-usage of Mata

Mata is being underused by Mourinho

Something is missing. This is the thought that must have arose in the minds of the people that witnessed the European Super Cup clash between Manchester United and Real Madrid. The team looked very disjointed and only played well in spells against the champions of Spain.

The difference between the class in two teams was apparent. The only time United showed glimpses of continuity was with Henrikh Mkhitaryan at the centre of things. This brings me to the conclusion that Mourinho needs to add another creative player in the team to join the dots.

And they already have it in the form of Juan Mata. However, the Portuguese’s insistence on having a tight team even at the expense of creative freedom is something that leaves Juan Mata out in the cold. Despite the fact that the Spaniard has been used more frequently at United than at Chelsea by Mourinho, he is still not used as much as he should be.

And by the way, things look, this could lead to the downfall of the Red Devils.