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Jaap Stam: Louis van Gaal NEEDS versatile Dutch star in Man Utd midfield
JAAP STAM says Daley Blind's versatility will hold him in good stead at Manchester United.
Daley Blind proved his worth at Manchester United
Blind was signed from Ajax - where Stam was assistant boss - last summer.
The 25-year-old played primarily at left-back with the Dutch national side but found himself thrown into a variety of roles at United last term.
I think it’s great for the manager and the team that United have got a player like him
And Stam believes every squad needs a 'Mr. Fix It' type player in their squad.
He told United's official website: “I knew what he could do, of course, because last season [2013/14], I was an assistant to Frank de Boer with the first team when he was playing in Holland.
“He played as a defensive midfielder and also as a defender – he did well, but you cannot compare the Premier League to our league. It’s totally different.
"Nevertheless, he’s a quality player and, tactically, he’s very strong.
"He’s got quick feet and he’s a great passer of the ball, and I think it’s great for the manager and the team that United have got a player like him in the squad because he can play in more than one position."