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Ander Herrera: This Chelsea secret is why Manchester United will win the Premier League!
ANDER HERRERA believes Manchester United's stingy defence could lead them to the Premier League title.
Ander Herrera has been impressed with Manchester United's defence this season
United are currently fourth in the league, behind joint-leaders Manchester City and Arsenal and surprise package Leicester.
Red Devils boss Louis van Gaal has come under fire after back-to-back goalless draws in the top-flight and has criticised his strikers.
Wayne Rooney got back amongst the goals in United's 1-0 Champions League win over CSKA Moscow in midweek, giving Van Gaal a boost ahead of their league game with West Brom on Saturday (3pm).
Wayne Rooney celebrates ending United's goal drought this week
Chelsea's title success last season was built on a solid defence
But Herrera is unconcerned about the side's lack of goals and is instead focusing on their improved defensive record.
The Spain midfielder believes great seasons are built on solid foundations and highlighted Chelsea's title success last season - when they conceded just 32 goals and key 17 clean sheets - as something United are looking to emulate.
"It's a positive that we're not conceding goals," he said.
"We saw it last year with Chelsea.
"I don't think they scored too many goals, but they didn't concede many either.
"That's important when you want to have a great season, you can't give away many chances."
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