轉自mail online，好長，但又好詳細去分析飯烤會用咩人！值得一睇！ Louis van Gaal has played 26 different players on Manchester Uniteds tour of the United States... but which members of the squad have impressed? Manchester United | Mail Online Man United have beaten LA Galaxy, Roma, Inter Milan and Real Madrid on their pre-season tour of the United States New manager Louis van Gaal promised before the tour to give every member of the squad a chance to impress him He has deployed 26 players in the four matches United have reached the final of the International Champions Cup and will face Liverpool in Miami on Monday? As Manchester United prepared to jet out to the United States for their pre-season tour, new manager Louis van Gaal was unequivocal. Every player in the squad would be given an opportunity to impress before the season, a fair shot at proving to him they were worthy of being in the starting line-up for the Barclays Premier League opener against Swansea City on August 16. And the Dutchman has been true to his word. United have used 26 players in their four tour matches so far, with each given at least a half of football to try and show what they can offer. Impress me: Louis van Gaal has kept his promise to give every member of his squad a fair chance to impress during Manchester Uniteds pre-season tour of the United States LIKELY LINE-UP vs SWANSEA (3-5-2) De Gea; Smalling, Jones, Evans; Valencia, Fletcher, Herrera, Mata, Young; Welbeck/Hernandez, Rooney? Even sidelined and maligned players from the David Moyes era have been given a fair crack at impressing to new regime and, despite all the tinkering, the results have been impressive. United thrashed Los Angeles Galaxy 7-0 first up and have since won three from three against Roma, Inter Milan and Real Madrid to reach the final of the International Champions Cup. Though van Gaal went public with his serious reservations about the value of such a lengthy and tiring tour, he will be pleased that United have made it through to Mondays final with Liverpool in Miami. Heres our lowdown on how each member of the squad has performed in the States and whether its enough to make the team for the season ahead. Success: United have won all four matches on their pre-season tour and will now face Liverpool in the final of the International Champions Cup on Monday ********************* DAVID DE GEA Minutes played: 180 Verdict: Certain starter Conceded just the one goal - Gareth Bales penalty for Real Madrid on Saturday night - across the three games in which he featured.? Underlined his status as Uniteds No 1 and his reputation as an outstanding shot-stopper with sharp saves to deny Gyasi Zardes in the LA Galaxy game and Fredy Guarin late on against Inter Milan. De Gea has publicly admitted he is enjoying working with new goalkeeping coach Frans Hoek, who succeeded Chris Woods. First choice: David de Gea has conceded just one goal - a penalty by Gareth Bale - on Uniteds tour ANDERS LINDEGAARD Minutes played: 90 Verdict: In the squad Came on at half-time against LA Galaxy and started against Inter Milan. Didnt concede a goal and made a good case for being Uniteds back-up goalkeeper for the season ahead. Not quite in De Geas class but an able deputy should the Spaniard miss any action. Capped a nice summer for the Dane, who married Swedish beauty Misse Beqiri in Mauritius back in June. SAM JOHNSTONE Minutes played: 45 Verdict: Out on loan Started the 3-2 win over Roma but wasnt on the pitch when the two goals were conceded. Was nearly embarrassed when Seydou Keita lobbed him but the ball took a large bounce about five yards in front of the goalline and cleared the crossbar.? Having spent last season out on loan at Yeovil Town and Doncaster Rovers, the 21-year-old is likely to be sent out again for more experience and there are reportedly a fair number of Football League clubs keen on having him. BEN AMOS Minutes played: 45 Verdict: Out the door Replaced Johnstone for the second half of the Roma game. Its fair to say van Gaal wasnt impressed when Miralem Pjanic beat him with a loft from 10 yards inside his own half, criticising the keeper in scathing tones when asked about it afterwards. He did redeem himself partly with a good save to deny a Leandro Castan overhead kick and ensure Uniteds win, but, at 24, Amos needs regular first-team football and van Gaal may give him a nudge out the door. Embarrassed: Ben Amos was beaten by Romas Miralem Pjanic from 60 yards out CHRIS SMALLING Minutes played: 135 Verdict: Starter At fault for quite a few goals last season, Smalling will feel a lot better following his performances out in America.? Started as a right-sided centre-back in van Gaals hallmark 3-5-2 formation against LA Galaxy and looked comfortable in the new system alongside Jonny Evans and Phil Jones.? He impressed to the point where he was tipped to captain the side in the third match against Inter Milan in Washington.? The armband ultimately went to Darren Fletcher but Smalling has clearly caught the managers eye on and off the field and looks like he could thrive under the new manager. He then picked up a minor knock which kept him out of the Real Madrid fixture.? Improvement: Chris Smalling has looked comfortable in Van Gaals 3-5-2 formation and should hold down a starting place come the start of the season PHIL JONES Minutes played: 225 Verdict: Starter Following the departure of Rio Ferdinand and Nemanja Vidic over the summer, the onus has been on Jones to establish himself as Uniteds first choice centre-half.? Van Gaal has given him plenty of time on the pitch and Jones has responded with some good displays which may well persuade the boss to call off his pursuit of Mats Hummels and Thomas Vermaelen.? Has also shown instinct going forward, starting the excellent passing move that ended in Ashley Young opening the scoring against Real Madrid. JONNY EVANS Minutes played: 225 Verdict: Starter Like Jones, Evans has realised this is a significant juncture in his career as he seeks to be the long-term replacement for Vidic and Ferdinand. Has seen plenty of action on the tour and looked reliable and solid, which were not words that could be attributed to him at times last season.? There has even been talk of Evans being handed the captains armband, which would be a massive step forward. He now needs to kick on and seize an excellent opportunity. Captain material? Jonny Evans has a excellent opportunity to stake a claim to be the long-term replacement for Rio Ferdinand and Nemanja Vidic, who both left over the summer LUKE SHAW Minutes played: 180 Verdict: Starter (when he gains full fitness) Van Gaal sanctioned the long-anticipated signing of Shaw from Southampton while still Holland boss but has not been overly impressed by his fitness.? The 19-year-old was publicly humiliated when van Gaal proclaimed he was lacking match fitness and sent him to train by himself prior to the Inter match. However, in the end, Shaw did come on and play half the match following an injury to Reece James and earned praise from the Dutchman afterwards. Van Gaal, having spent ?31.5m on the teenager, will be keen to harness his attacking instincts of the left side of his five-man midfield but, on this evidence, may need a little more convincing. Humiliated: Louis van Gaal publicly questioned the fitness of new signing Luke Shaw and sent him to train on his own prior to the Inter Milan match VIDEO Van Gaal forces Shaw to train alone?? MICHAEL KEANE Minutes played: 225 Verdict: In the squad Keane has only made three senior appearances for United, all in the League Cup, but Van Gaals policy of encouraging youth seems to have carried over to United, with the 21-year-old given as much game time as many senior players.? Conceded a late penalty against Roma when he handled in the box and was tormented by Gareth Bale in the Real Madrid match, also conceding a spot-kick when he dragged the speedy Welshman down. Hopefully this isnt a sign that Keane will be a liability.? Despite interest from Cardiff City and other clubs, Keane will probably be staying at Old Trafford this season rather than going out on loan again. TYLER BLACKETT Minutes played: 225 Verdict: Out on loan Has figured in all four games but wasnt entirely comfortable in his left-sided central defensive role, particularly against Roma when he was caught out of position by Keita.? Was better against Real, though van Gaal did express doubts about whether he can play match after match. Has not impressed as much as James in the same position and you sense that if United do buy defensive reinforcements, hell be sent out on loan. Young gun: Tyler Blackett (second right) moves in to close down Cristiano Ronaldo? RAFAEL DA SILVA Minutes played: 45 Verdict: In the squad Played the second period against LA Galaxy but then limped out of training with a groin injury ahead of the Roma match and returned to England. His absence has exposed an area of weakness at right-back that van Gaal will consider strengthening before the season starts. REECE JAMES Minutes played: 90 Verdict: In the squad A very good tour for James, who played on the left side against LA Galaxy and contributed two goals in the 7-0 rout, linking up well with Ashley Young. Seems at ease in the 3-5-2 formation and if Luke Shaw doesnt convince van Gaal that hes fit enough, we could be seeing a little more of James in the weeks to come. TOM CLEVERLEY Minutes played: 204 Verdict: In the squad Much criticised for his woeful performances under Moyes last season, Cleverley has been handed a second life by the arrival of Van Gaal.? The manager appointed him captain for the game with Roma in Denver and would have been pleased to hear the midfielder proclaim himself a Van Gaal type of player beforehand. He was expected to play the full 90 minutes but managed 69.? Converted in the penalty shootout win over Inter and seems to have a bit more confidence about his game though he knows theres some way to go before he can rediscover a consistently good standard and win back the fans appreciation. Second chance: Tom Cleverley has been given another opportunity to impress following a dismal season last year in which many fans turned on him? DARREN FLETCHER Minutes played: 270 Verdict: Starter Finally free of injury and illness, Fletcher has emerged as a strong candidate for the United captaincy as he gets back into the rhythm of regular football once again.? Has completed three of the matches in the US and he appears to be at the centre of van Gaals plans for the season ahead.? Having lost two years at a key point in his career, Fletcher admits this is a make-or-break season and his versatility - he played both in central midfield and at the back against LA Galaxy for example - and work ethic will impress the new manager.? Skipper: Darren Fletcher has been impressive on the American tour and seems to be over his illness ANDER HERRERA Minutes played: 225 Verdict: Starter Already, Herrera looks as though he will be ?29m well spent. Van Gaal ratified the deal for the Spaniard during the World Cup and he has looked very much at home in the centre of the midfield, setting the tempo and passing the ball impressively.? Contributed assists for both Ashley Youngs goals against LA Galaxy and was involved in the move that led to Wayne Rooneys penalty against Roma.? Has not been afraid to unleash shots from range and links intuitively with Juan Mata. Looks set for a good debut season.? At ease: New signing Ander Herrera has slotted in to the United midfield straight away and has shown off his impressive passing abilities? ANTONIO VALENCIA Minutes played: 180 Verdict: : Starter With a three-year contract signed earlier this summer, Van Gaal clearly has some plans to include Valencia in the team this season.? He has played in 45 minute chunks out in America after being involved with Ecuador at the World Cup and won a penalty against LA Galaxy following an incisive run. He needs to show a greater consistency in the season ahead to hold down a starting place. SHINJI KAGAWA Minutes played: 164 Verdict: In the squad Sidelined by Moyes, the frustrated Kagawa has been desperate to impress and show the class going forward that he undoubtedly possesses. The best moment came with a lovely floated ball for Javier Hernandez to head in late on against Real Madrid, a glimpse of what he is capable of.? His versatility could well be the asset that proves a winner for Van Gaal, though there are suggestions that Borussia Dortmund are interested in taking him back. NANI Minutes played: 122 Verdict: Out the door One of the most frustratingly inconsistent players at the club, Nani has been constantly linked with a move away this summer, with Juventus and Arsenal among those interested.? He has not shone on the tour and its hard to imagine there will be a place in van Gaals system for him.? Following the Inter game, in which Nani played just 32 minutes before being hooked for Javier Hernandez, the manager would have conclusively decided that he cant operate as a wing-back. And the only other real possibility is in the two forward positions, which somehow doesnt look likely either. Uncertain future: It looks unlikely that Nani will be able to hold down a starting place next season ASHLEY YOUNG Minutes played: 180 Verdict: Starter Young has had a very good tour, playing with an energy and purpose that has often been missing from his game. He scored two late goals against LA Galaxy and a couple more against Real Madrid to guide United into the final.? He has been deployed on both the left and right sides and has caught the eye far more than Nani and Wilfried Zaha. Looks a good bet for a starting place come the big kick-off. WILFRIED ZAHA Minutes played: 94 Verdict: Out the door Another cast aside by Moyes, Zaha will have viewed the arrival of Van Gaal as a breath of fresh air. He made a decent impact after coming on against Inter, showing some of the bold runs down the flanks that have almost been forgotten. Was less effective against Real and you still wonder if hell get many chances this season. JUAN MATA Minutes played: 196 Verdict: Starter Mata is set to be a pivotal figure for United this season as they aim to wrest back the Premier League title and Van Gaal has understandably sought to get plenty of miles in his legs on the tour.? Impressed behind Rooney and Welbeck against LA Galaxy, linking up well with debutant Herrera, and capitalised on a fine Rooney pass to put United two goals up against Roma. So far, so good for the Spaniard. Pass master: Juan Mata will be a pivotal player for United in the season to come WAYNE ROONEY Minutes played: 196 Verdict: Starter After a frustrating World Cup, Rooney has looked invigorated since returning to club action. He got the ball rolling with a double against LA Galaxy - a penalty and a clinical chip over the goalkeeper after pouncing on a mistake.? Answered more of his critics with another two against Roma, proving beyond doubt to Van Gaal that the hunger remains.?His 25-yard strike to put United ahead was Rooney at his very best.? Didnt quite get on the end of Youngs whipped cross against Real but did enough to distract goalkeeper Iker Casillas as the ball bent in. The most important member of the United squad next season and shaping up well. Back to his best? Rooney has found his goalscoring touch on the pre-season tour DANNY WELBECK Minutes played: 176 Verdict: In the squad Started Uniteds tour with a bang when he swept in from outside the box against LA Galaxy, before winning a penalty against Roma when trying to drive through into the penalty area.? Teed up Young for one of his goals against Real but went off shortly before half-time with a knee injury.? With Robin van Persie struggling to make the start of the season, a long absence will leave Van Gaal short up top. He does clearly favour Welbeck though, starting him in every game and will want him to come up with more goals this season than he did last. JAVIER HERNANDEZ Minutes played: 63 Verdict: In the squad Has played in fits and starts as Van Gaal plays Rooney and Welbeck up front but the Mexican, largely forgotten about last time, did make a statement by diving in bravely ahead of Casillas to score the decisive third goal against Real Madrid on Saturday night. Needs to regain favour and re-discover the impact he had a couple of seasons back. Is likely to be some way down the pecking order though. On target: Javier Hernandez managed to score against Real Madrid following Shinji Kagawas pass WILL KEANE Minutes played: 45 Verdict: Out on loan Replaced Wayne Rooney at half-time in the win over Roma. The England Under 21 forward is out of contract at Old Trafford this summer and has been the subject of interest from other Premier League clubs.? However, he is highly-regarded at United and could well sign a long-term deal even if further loan spells seem the most likely option at the moment. JESSE LINGARD Minutes played: 45 Verdict: Out on loan Played the second half against Roma after replacing Welbeck. Did well while out on loan at Birmingham and Brighton last year and will seek further opportunities to impress Van Gaal.
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