Manchester United fans have had a dramatic change of heart about one of their players following the team’s impressive 4-1 victory over Bournemouth in a recent pre-season clash.
The friendly match, held on Wednesday night as part of the Premier League Summer Series, gave supporters a fresh reason to be optimistic about the upcoming 2025/26 season.
With just over a month remaining in the transfer window, manager Ruben Amorim is believed to be close to shaping his final squad, although the bulk of the work may now involve refining the current group.
So far, Manchester United have made only two notable additions this summer Matheus Cunha and Bryan Mbeumo but several existing squad members are already proving their worth, with club captain Bruno Fernandes continuing to stand out. However, it’s another player who has surprised everyone: Patrick Dorgu.
The young Danish left wing-back, who joined the club earlier this year for £25 million from Lecce, is finally beginning to shine after a shaky start.
Dorgu’s debut season at Old Trafford was far from smooth. He struggled to find consistency and came under heavy criticism from fans, particularly after a poor showing against Manchester City.
Many supporters quickly wrote him off, believing he wouldn’t be able to adapt to the demands of Premier League football.
But after his standout performance against Bournemouth, opinions are rapidly changing.
During Wednesday’s game, Dorgu looked like a completely transformed player. He was energetic, aggressive, and confident—hugging the touchline, pressing forward in attack, and tracking back effectively in defence.
His determination was rewarded with a goal, showcasing his improved technical skills and growing self-belief.
Social media was flooded with praise for the 20-year-old. One fan on X (formerly Twitter) admitted, “I’m sorry for doubting you. Thank you for proving me wrong.”
Another supporter applauded United’s recruitment team, writing, “INEOS didn’t miss with this signing. Dorgu has real potential.”
Others echoed similar sentiments, recognizing that Dorgu is now playing with maturity and purpose.
“What a player,” said one fan, while another posted, “Dorgu actually looks so good this pre-season.”
With the new campaign set to begin on August 17 against Arsenal, Dorgu appears to have made a strong case to be United’s starting left wing-back—even with Luke Shaw expected to be fit.
His resurgence offers fresh hope for United fans, who are now seeing glimpses of the talent the club invested in.
Dorgu’s blend of commitment and skill could make him a key figure this season.
