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Angel Di Maria: The real reason PSG star failed at Manchester United
ANGEL DI MARIA was not able to deal with the physicality of the Premier League during his time at Manchester United.
Di Maria was not physically ready for the Premier League during his spell at Man Utd, says Lampard
That is the opinion of BT Sport pundit and former Chelsea midfielder Frank Lampard.
Di Maria joined Manchester United from Real Madrid for £59.7million in 2014.
However, the Argentine spent just one season at Old Trafford, scoring three goals in 27 Premier League appearances.
Di Maria started for Paris Saint-Germain in their Champions League last-16 second-leg clash against former side Real tonight, as they looked to overturn a 3-1 deficit.
He obviously suffered in the Premier League. I think the physicality of the league was a problem for him
Lampard says the 30-year-old will be key after Neymar was ruled out with a fractured metatarsal.
“He obviously suffered in the Premier League,” Lampard said of the PSG star.
“I think the physicality of the league was a problem for him.
“I think this is probably a better home for him, the Champions League, with the talent and quality he has.
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“Physically he doesn’t have to do too much, he’s very bright.
“He’s very bright and quick, great left foot.
“I think he can be dangerous tonight for Real Madrid.
“They’re going to miss Neymar, anybody would. But this fella is top quality.”
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