Erik ten Hag lists two reasons he loves working with Manchester United star Alejandro Garnacho

Erik ten Hag urged Alejandro Garnacho to maintain a focus on improving throughout the week at Manchester United after he turned in another crucial display in the win against Everton.

Garnacho won the two penalties that guided United to a 2-0 victory against the Toffees at Old Trafford on what was his 25th successive start in all competitions.

The 19-year-old has established himself as a key player in Ten Hag's attack and the Dutchman said he loved working with the teenager at Carrington, but said retaining focus during the week is the key to improving his game even further.

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"I think he can and it’s about him, if he can keep the focus and puts the right effort in the game, but also during the week, if he keeps that focus," said Ten Hag.

"Sometimes for young players it’s difficult, sometimes they are inexperienced, the coaching staff have a job to do. He is able to when he keeps this focus, this attitude, he will improve from game to game, that is what we see in this moment.

"With young players you always have to tell [them]. We have to work very good in the training sessions, in meetings, we have to be spot on to get the performance in the weekend."

Ten Hag explained that Garnacho is the type of player who likes to be challenged and praised his bravery and confidence on the ball.

"I love to work with him, but also many other players in the squad and challenge them. He’s a player who likes a challenge, he’s very brave, very confident," he said.

"Our job is to push him to high levels, he’s got high potential, now we have to get the potential out, therefore you have to work day by day.

"When you are young you don’t know what it is