Buy Mbemo for £71 million. Is this signing worth it?

When Manchester United announced that they had signed Brian Mbemo for up to £71 million, many people's first reaction was: Is he worth it? How many goals can he score?

But if you really want to understand the move of coach Ruben Amorin, you must understand that the huge sum of money he spent was not Mbemo's goal, but a more precious and rare skill in him - getting rid of pressing.

This skill is the core of this tactical revolution Amorin launched at Manchester United.

Amorin's new tactics: a field control master is needed In the new season, Amorin will adopt a complex new formation with two No. 10 players. Cunya is on the left, while Mbemo is on the right. The character

requires much more than just a lasting shot. He needs the wisdom to run, the ability to play in series, and most importantly - he can still maintain extraordinary calmness in possession when surrounded by opponents. And this is exactly Mbemo's unique skill.

Under the guidance of Brentford coach Thomas Frank, Mbemo has long been proficient in how to control and handle the ball in a small space. Even when facing two defensive players, he can still control the ball steadily under his feet.

He will not throw the ball in panic, but will use his body and skills to attract the opponent's defensive center of gravity, and then at the most appropriate time, he will pass the ball gently and accurately to create a deadly space for his teammates. This is not a fancy show-off, but it is the cornerstone of modern top football.

How he unlocks Manchester United's offense

In the new Manchester United system, Mbemo's ability will be exerted to the extreme. When Mbemo catches the ball on the right, he will deliberately slow down and attract the opponent's full-back and midfielder to move closer to him. Just as the opponent's defense was attracted by him, Hoylen in the middle, Cunya on the other side or the B-fee inserted in the back row will get the gap you have always dreamed of. Mbemo's function is to send out the pass that tear opens the defense line. The 9 assists he gave last season are the best proof of this ability.

Signing Mbemo not only bought an excellent striker, but also invested in a brand new tactical style. His clever mind and the style of playing calm under heavy pressure are exactly what Amorin longs for the most.

When the Cameroon international made his debut on the US Tour, our eyes should not only be on whether he scored a goal. We should pay more attention to how he holds the ball, how he attracts defense, and how he becomes the "tactical fulcrum" for the team's offense.

He may be the key figure in leading the Red Devils into a new and more mature and efficient offensive era.