Steven Gerrard critiques Andrey Santos' future with Manchester United
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 13, 2026, 5:05 AM
Last updated Oct 13, 2026

Steven Gerrard has expressed doubts about Manchester United midfielder Andrey Santos' suitability for the team following his lack of game time since his summer transfer from Chelsea. Santos has been an unused substitute in recent matches, starting only two games. Gerrard believes Santos does not meet the standards required to compete for titles in the Premier League and Champions League, emphasizing the need for world-class midfielders at United. The situation is compounded by the strong performances of newly signed midfielders Youri Tielemans and Carlos Baleba as United seeks to strengthen their core ahead of future matchups.
- •Andrey Santos has started only two games since his transfer to Manchester United.
- •Steven Gerrard stated that Santos is not suited for a leading role at United.
- •Gerrard noted that Bruno Fernandes is the only world-class midfielder on the team.
- •Youri Tielemans and Carlos Baleba are emerging as key midfield options for United.
- 5:05 AMYahoo Sports — Andrey Santos: Steven Gerrard delivers brutal verdict on Man United midfielder
"Manchester United midfielder Andrey Santos has struggled for game time since leaving Chelsea to move to Old Trafford this summer. The Red Devils were keen to upgrade their midfield before the start of...
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