Manchester United defeated Leicester City 3-0 at Old Trafford on Sunday, marking the ideal conclusion to the Ruud van Nistelrooy era.

With the victory, the Red Devils are now just four points outside of the Premier League’s top four. During the interim manager’s term, the team has gone four games without a loss, including three victories.

In contrast to the Erik ten Hag period, players have been allowed to express themselves freely in the last four games, and the former striker’s arrival has also given some stars new life.

Manuel Ugarte has been one of them; he was all over the field on Sunday, winning eight of his ten ground duels and making a total of twelve tackles.

Ugarte is back to his best.

The prior manager disregarded him; according to sources, Erik ten Hag had chosen other players over him, which the owners did not like.

The Uruguayan’s consistent playing time under Van Nistelrooy has highlighted his strongest suit, which is his combative edge.

Together with Casemiro, the 23-year-old made three crucial interceptions and recovered the ball seven times, barely letting the Foxes hold the ball at times (numbers from sofascore).

While his passing still needs work, there were many encouraging indications as the former Paris Saint-Germain star’s confidence returned and he occasionally found the bravery to move forward.

Amorim will be happy.With five passes into the final third, the defensive midfielder finished the game with 68 touches of the ball and a 92% passing accuracy rate.

The Uruguayan also created a huge opportunity and produced a crucial pass. He completed all of his dribbles and had an attempt on goal blocked.

The midfielder’s comeback to form will please Ruben Amorim, who previously worked with him at Sporting Lisbon.

He and Casemiro have established a solid partnership, but once the Amorim era begins, United supporters will be hoping to see Kobbie Mainoo team up with him.