Elanga hints Rangnick was using him in wrong position at Man Utd as he tells Ten Hag where he can 'do more'

Anthony Elanga has suggested that interim Manchester United boss Ralf Rangnick used him in the wrong position during a breakthrough 2021-22 campaign, with the talented youngster informing incoming Red Devils coach Erik ten Tag of where he can “do more”.

The highly-rated 20-year-old established himself as a first-team star with Premier League heavyweights last season, taking in 27 appearances across all competitions and recording three goals.

Many of those outings came on the right flank, with England star Jadon Sancho lining up on the left, but Sweden international Elanga has told Ten Hag that he should consider tinkering with tactical plans in wide areas when he inherits managerial reins this summer.

A product of United’s famed academy system is at his destructive best when running at opponents and forcing them onto the back foot, with those qualities being further highlighted in outings for his country.

Elanga registered his first senior goal for Sweden in a Nations League clash with Norway on Sunday and believes an impressive cameo on the left in that contest showcased what he is all about.

He has told Fotbollskanalen: “It suits me very well.

“With United I play a lot on the right but now I get the chance to play on the left, that is my favourite position.

“I can do more there. I can go both into the pitch and on the outside.”

Anthony Elanga makes his senior debut for Sweden!