Congolese-born Manchester United youngster Axel Tuanzebe has received immense praise for his performances in his first Premier League game that came against Arsenal on Sunday.
The 19-year-old was expected to have a rough time at The Emirates, having been tasked with handling Arsenal Star Alexis Sanchez, but surprised everybody with the calm manner in which he managed to keep the Chilean quiet throughout the game.
Time and again, the 28-year-old tried to go past the teenager, but failed in all those attempts.
Even though United lost the game, everyone was left in awe by Tuanzebe’s guts that already have people talking of him having usurped that right-back position.
After the game, his manager Jose Mourinho has nothing but praise for him saying his performances will live in Sanchez’s memory for some long time.
“He [Tuanzebe] did an amazing job. I think Alexis now knows his name. The kid played very well,” Mourinho said.
On Twitter, fans flooded praise for the youngster for his contribution to the team, particularly his handling of Arsenal’s attacks.
Here are some of the reactions from the social media site;
Tuanzebe is playing like he's already played 200+ games of top level football.
Insane talent. Cool,calm and very young. Future star.
— ᴹᶦᶜʰᵃᵉˡ (@SirCarrick) May 7, 2017
Tuanzebe done really well. Strong, quick, composed. Postionally sound, too, even though it wasn't his preferred role. And all vs Sanchez.
— Rob Dawson (@RobDawsonESPN) May 7, 2017
Tuanzebe has put Sanchez in his pocket this evening tho, has to be said
— Obi of Funaland (@Monsiuer_T) May 7, 2017
Axel Tuanzebe has pocketed Alexis Sanchez whilst playing out of position. What talent. Biggest positive of the day for us. #MUFC
— 🔰 (@BilboRocky) May 7, 2017
