Man Utd have tightened up recently under Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, with Victor Lindelof impressing
Alan Smith
Nevertheless, Lindelof was entrusted to form a partnership with Chris Smalling and became the side’s senior centre-half during the Englishman’s convalescence.
A stellar performance against Juventus in the Red Devils’ 1-0 home loss in October exemplified Lindelof’s growth in maturity, and he has since received plaudits for his composed positional game.
The 24-year-old notched his first United goal in the 2-2 draw against Burnley in midweek, claiming a vital point in the last minute.
And Lindelof’s comfort at the heart of United’s defence, particularly under Mourinho’s successor Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, has quietened clamour for another man in his position.
Man Utd transfer news: Victor Lindelof has emerged as one of the side's top performers this season (Image: Getty)
Man Utd transfer news: Victor Lindelof has become a stalwart at the back for United (Image: Getty)
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Speaking to Sky Sports, Smith said: “Their defence was obviously the area that Jose Mourinho was wanting to strengthen.
“But they have tightened up recently under Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, with Victor Lindelof impressing.
“And they have been on a bit of a roll of late, so why rock the boat?”
United have won eight of nine games under Solskjaer but travel to Leicester on the weekend, who have already taken points off Liverpool, Manchester City and Chelsea.
Man Utd transfer news: Victor Lindelof bagged his first United goal against Burnley during the week (Image: Getty)