Andrey Santos
MUN
Center Midfielder
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May 3, 2004 (22)
Right
5'11"
165 lb
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2026/2027 Premier League
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2026/2027 Premier League
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Earns second league start
Santos generated one tackle (zero won) and two interceptions in Sunday's 1-1 draw versus Leeds United. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 92nd minute.
Analysis: Santos made his second Premier League start of the season, having previously started the opening league fixture. The Brazilian midfielder operated in central midfield against Leeds, contributing two chances created and two interceptions while helping Manchester United compete in a tightly contested midfield battle. Competition for places remains significant, but Youri Tielemans' recent deployment in an attacking midfield role has opened additional opportunities deeper in the formation. Santos could continue to benefit from that tactical adjustment, although his starting position is far from guaranteed.
Yet to start since opener
Santos has made three straight appearances off the bench since Kobbie Mainoo became fully available, having not started since the opening-day defeat to Hull.
Analysis: Santos started the opening day defeat at Hull with Kobbie Mainoo still short of full fitness, but the summer signing has not been given another start since and has now come off the bench in three straight appearances. Michael Carrick has settled on Mainoo and Youri Tielemans as his preferred double pivot, which leaves Santos to pick up his minutes in the cup competitions or whenever the manager decides to rest one of the two. He and Mason Mount give United a well stocked bench in the middle of the park, with Carlos Baleba (ankle) still not fit to make his debut.
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