Manchester United midfielder Scott McTominay had been praised by teammate Christian Eriksen for his impact during the team's improved form in the Premier League.
After suffering defeat to Brighton on the opening day and a hammering from Brentford, United bounced back to win their next four games in the league. This run also included impressive wins over Liverpool and season pace setters Arsenal.
Part of this success has been down to Eriksen and McTominay's partnership in midfield, the strength of which was proved when the midfield changed in the Red Devils' defeat to Real Sociedad in the Europa League clash on Thursday evening.