Matěj Kovář played for Manchester United in the preliminary match and left a great impression. How are the fans reacting to him?

Matěj Kovář played forty-five minutes in the preliminary match against Leeds United yesterday. He immediately impressed the fans with his calmness and great footwork. What will be his future and will the Red Devils’ plans change?

The future of Matej Kovar has been a big question mark in recent days. One of the architects of Sparta Prague’s success has returned to the Isles after a year-long loan spell, but his next steps are yet to be decided.

British daily The Sun has reported that Manchester United would like to sell the young goalkeeper back to Sparta permanently. However, he still played in a preliminary match yesterday, in which he played 45 minutes.

However, the unclear goalkeeping situation that the Red Devils are dealing with could be a glimmer of hope for Kovar. David de Gea has left the club after 12 long years. Dutch coach Erik ten Hag has eyed a replacement in the form of Andre Onana from Inter Milan, whose transfer is imminent.

The future of English goalkeeper Dean Henderson is also unclear. Although he has rejoined the club after a year’s loan spell at Nottingham Forrest, they are hopeful that they could agree an extension to his contract.

Praise from the fans

Matej Kovar’s performance against Leeds United earned him words of praise. Manchester United fans are particularly impressed with his footwork and icy calmness.

“Matěj Kovář did more footwork in 45 minutes than De Gea has done in 12 years,” wrote one fan on Twitter. “We don’t need another goalie. Kovar should stay and be a sub for Onana,” another said.

“Great passes. I’d really like to see him play more. Confident in the box. He looks really promising,” another responded. “Matej Kovar? More like Matěj “The Keeper of the Peace”. This guy handled the ball like it was made of feathers,” wrote Rofl GPT.

Will he stay at Manchester United? Will he go on loan to a club in the islands, or will they manage to bring him back to Sparta permanently after all? These are questions that Ten Hag will have to find the answer to in a few days.

Source: Twitter, The Sun