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Maresca backs Santos ahead of Manchester derby

Source
Manchester Evening NewsLocal press
By
newsdesk@men-news.co.uk (Chris Burns)
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Key points

  • Maresca gave Santos his first Chelsea start and has long admired the midfielder's potential
  • Santos joined United from Chelsea this summer and has featured mainly as a substitute so far
  • City manager praised Santos's character ahead of Sunday's Old Trafford clash

AI summary

Enzo Maresca has spoken warmly of Andrey Santos ahead of Manchester City's visit to Old Trafford on Sunday, describing the Brazilian midfielder as "a very good guy" and "polite, humble, hard-working." Maresca, who gave Santos his first start at Chelsea, has been an admirer since the player's loan spells proved his worth.

Santos arrived at United this summer from Chelsea and has struggled for regular minutes, appearing mostly off the bench. Maresca remains confident the midfielder will eventually deliver, though City will be focused on maintaining their unbeaten start to the season when they face Michael Carrick's side.

Original headline

Enzo Maresca made true feelings clear on new Man United signing long before he joined club

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