Donny van de Beek praises Harry Maguire as Victor Lindelof gives verdict on Tyrell Malacia

Here are your Manchester United morning news headlines on Wednesday, July 20.

Donny van de Beek praised Harry Maguire's reaction to being booed during Manchester United's pre-season friendly victory against Crystal Palace.

Maguire's name was jeered when the teams were read out before kick-off and his first few touches of the ball were also met by audible boos from a 76,000-strong crowd.

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The United captain has been criticised following his poor performances last season, but Erik ten Hag has backed him to remain as skipper and hinted he will partner Lisandro Martinez in defence this season.

Read more from Van de Beek here.

Victor Lindelof has been left impressed by new Manchester United teammate Tyrell Malacia in training.

United made Malacia the first signing of Erik ten Hag's reign at the start of July when they agreed a £12.9million deal with Feyenoord for his signature. The Dutch left-back has put pen to paper on a four-year deal, with the option of a further 12 months, and wears the No.12 at Old Trafford.

Malacia has made two appearances off the bench during United's pre-season tour so far but has certainly been impressing his new colleagues in training, with fellow defender Lindelof saying he is 'looking really, really good.'

Read more Lindelof here.

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