The Belgium international has made a habit of turning games in United's favour under the Portuguese, though some fans fail to see his merit
It is 10 minutes after full-time at the Allianz Stadium and, with the home fans long gone, the Manchester United supporters being held in the visiting section continue to revel in the moment.
Then out comes a familiar, tall figure onto the playing surface. Marouane Fellaini has been asked to complete a warm-down routine having only featured in the final 15 minutes of the 2-1 win against Juventus.
What follows is a mutual appreciation session as the Belgian is serenaded throughout his solo routine, with every single one of the travelling contingent all too aware of the key role he had played in United’s comeback victory.