Dorgu performed well across his 45-minute debut on the right. He dovetailed with Amad Diallo ahead of him and dropped back when needed to protect Leny Yoro. He was a useful, outlet out wide for a team that can be hesitant to take the initiative.

Patrick Dorgu got his first taste of life in a Manchester United stripf in the form of a 45-minute cameo against Leicester City in the FA Cup. Despite fans expecting him to fill in the left-wing back spot, Ruben Amorim stationed him on the right and, in his post-match interview, defended his decision to do so when questioned.

Ruben Amorim made a bizarre claim when asked why he decided to play Manchester United newbie Patrick Dorgu on the right-hand side instead of his preferred position at left-wing-back. United needed a last-minute Harry Maguire header to edge past Leicester City on Friday night, with the Red Devils below par for much of the contest.