Jose Mourinho is the new Manchester United manager and some fans are now worried that their beloved midfielder Juan Mata will not be sold by their new manager just like he did when he was Mata’s coach at Chelsea.
Mourinho prefers his midfielders to track back and help the defenders, One thing which Mata is not very good at, but here are seven reasons why Jose should keep Juan Mata this time around.
7. Fan Favourite
Mata is a fan favorite, his charm and his smile have won the hearts of the United faithful.
Mata has even admitted that footballer’s earn ridiculous money and the little magician said that he would be willing to take a pay-cut.
6. Passing Briliance
Mata is one of the best passers in the world, he is one of the smartest players currently active in the Premier League.
The Spaniard boosts of 89% average passing accuracy for the Red Devils.
5. The Goal At Anfield
It was Mata who put United ahead at Anfield against bitter rivals Liverpool.
But he didn’t stop there, the Spain international then scored from a world-class scissor kick, winning the match single-handedly.
4. Free Kick Specialist
Mata is a free-kick specialist and he proven it time and again.
His glorious free-kick against Watford in the dying minutes earned United a very crucial three points this season.
3. Top Class Assist Provider
Juan Mata is one of the best play-maker in the world.
Mata has already notched up over 40 assists in the Premier League, and he has a great eye when it comes to stimulating an attack.
2. Big Match Player
Juan Mata is no doubt a big match player, he has proven it in the Premier League first with Chelsea then with Manchester United.
Three years without a trophy, trailing in the final and who steps up, Juan Mata.
1. Reliability
Jose Mourinho has learned a first-hand experience of how a reliable leader like figure is essential to be succesfull during his last year at Chelsea.
Mata is one player Jose can trust to not just give his very best in every game but also to inspire others around him to do the same.