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Man United star Henrikh Mkhitaryan: Why I agree with Jose Mourinho about this
HENRIKH MKHITARYAN claims he has no problem operating just behind Zlatan Ibrahimovic for Manchester United.
Henrikh Mkhitaryan - 5 things you need to know
Henrikh Mkhitaryan proved his worth as he scored the opening goal to set Manchester United on their way to a 3-0 victory over Leicester yesterday.
After failing to initially win favour under Jose Mourinho, Mkhitaryan has become instrumental in recent weeks as a playmaker.
Although Zlatan Ibrahimovic has stolen the limelight and is the club’s top scorer this term, Mkhitaryan doesn’t mind where he plays.
Henrikh Mkhitaryan played a key role in Manchester United's win over Leicester
Zlatan Ibrahimovic scored for Manchester United against Leicester
It’s his decision, I agree (with it) and I always try to do my best
“It’s easy to play anywhere the way the team is playing,” Mkhitaryan said.
“If we’re playing football, one-two passes, it’s very easy wherever you’re playing.
“In this game the manager thought it was better I played behind the striker.
Jose Mourinho saw his side beat Leicester
“It’s his decision, I agree (with it) and I always try to do my best.”
United’s victory sees them remain in sixth spot, just a point behind Liverpool, who lost 2-0 to Hull yesterday.
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