Manchester United‘s interim manager Ralph Rangnick has revealed why Phil Jones has been in the field for almost two years.
The England defender has not play for the Red Devils in nearly two years. Or so since the FA Cup match at Tranmere in late January 2020 UFABET.
“I have only been able to judge Phil Jones in the last four weeks. And he is always professional, very attentive and since our three centre-backs are not available. He was a reasonable choice.
“Harry Maguire was injured against Burnley and had a problem after that game. We knew from last night that the three of them couldn’t get on.”
The German coach also revealed that the captain’s armband was given to Cristiano Ronaldo for the home game. Wolverhampton
“He is the most experienced player. The choice is him or David de Gea.
“Getting Fernandes on the bench was a difficult decision. He is one of our most important creative players. But we played well against Burnley. So we stick with the original plan.”
Phil Jones started playing for the England national team for the first time in 2009-2010 in the Under-19 year old, making more than four appearances, followed in 2010-2011 in the Under-21s. More than 9 times and in 2011 was given the opportunity to play football on behalf of the England national team for the first time.