That came all the way back at the start of September in the 2-0 win at Burnley.
Their defensive frailty has become a real cause for concern.
According to the Manchester Evening News, De Gea consistently kicks the ball long because Mourinho does not trust his defenders to play out from the back.
The Portuguese has tried to give his side a more solid look by packing out the midfield.
Man Utd news: Jose Mourinho has given David de Gea instructions (Image: GETTY)
Man Utd news: David de Gea has only kept one clean sheet in the PL this season (Image: GETTY)
Man Utd news: Mourinho's side face a huge week (Image: GETTY)
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That came all the way back at the start of September in the 2-0 win at Burnley.
Their defensive frailty has become a real cause for concern.
According to the Manchester Evening News, De Gea consistently kicks the ball long because Mourinho does not trust his defenders to play out from the back.
The Portuguese has tried to give his side a more solid look by packing out the midfield.
Man Utd news: Mourinho gave his players a dressing down at half-time, sparking a reaction (Image: GETTY)
They travel to Juventus in the Champions League on Wednesday and will need to get a result to strengthen their grip on qualification for the knockout stages.
They then face a trip to Manchester City in the derby on Sunday before another international break.
The win sees them move up to seventh place and level on points with Bournemouth who remain above them on goal difference.
United remain three points behind Arsenal who occupy the fourth Champions League spot.