Goals by Anthony Martial and Wayne Rooney secured a very important win, Manchester United's first since November 21, against Swansea in game week 21. That does not solve Louis van Gaal's problems when it comes to creativity and creating/finishing chances.
Sadio Mané had clearly put Manchester United on alert due to his attitude prior to the Saints' defeat against Norwich City at the Carrow Road.
Mané was left out of the starting XI
The Senegal international was left out of the starting XI for turning up late for Southampton's final team meeting before the game.
According to Goal.com, Ronald Koeman explained that he was "one of the 11 players to start but we have rules in the team" and he made a "big mistake before the game. In our last meeting, two hours before the game, he came late."
Manchester United bound?
The reporters had asked the Southampton manager if his attitude is related to being linked with a move to Old Trafford, he replied "Maybe. Ask him. Ask him why?".
Mané was linked with Manchester United during the summer transfer window. A reply by Koeman to put more question marks on a potential transfer to enhance the goal scoring abilities of Louis van Gaal's side.
Is Mané the answer to Manchester United's goals scoring problems?
Well, he's Barclays Premier League proven and has been providing the Saints with plenty of solutions and answers so far.
The former Red Bull Salzburg player has created 27 chances this season, providing six assists, scoring three goals and registering an average pass accuracy of 83%. He also completed more successful take-ons (49) than Anthony Martial (43) and Juan Mata (14).
Potential lineup up front
If Manchester United decide to activate the player's buyout clause, Mané will provide van Gaal with depth and different possibilities upfront:
