'We need a striker' - Man United fans send Erik ten Hag message after Charlie McNeill hat-trick

Manchester United fans have been expressing their delight following Charlie McNeill's hat-trick against Bayern Munich on Wednesday, with some beginning to wonder why he isn't with the first team on tour.

The 18-year-old academy star will be hoping to be handed a chance by Erik ten Hag this season. The youngster is making a real name for himself in the academy and was part of the U18 side who tasted FA Youth Cup victory back in May.

McNeill wasn't selected to travel with the first-team squad for their pre-season tour. However, he may still have caught Ten Hag's eye.

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United's U19s beat Bayern Munich 5-0 on Wednesday, with McNeill bagging a hat-trick. Following his three-goal haul, fans were quick to take to social media to send the United boss a message.

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