Dorgu learning on the job at Man Utd

Manchester United's Patrick Dorgu says he still has a lot of work to do before he can class himself as a forward.

Dorgu arrived at Old Trafford from Italian outfit Lecce for £25m in February 2025.

He was signed as a wing-back to fit into Ruben Amorim's system, but less than 12 months later, the former Sporting coach was axed and replacement Michael Carrick prefers a more orthodox four-man defensive structure.

That exposes Dorgu's defensive limitations and could shape what left-sided reinforcements United try to sign this summer.

The Denmark international started on the left of a three-man attack at Brighton and headed in the opener in United's excellent 3-0 win.

However, Dorgu accepts he is far from the finished article.

"I still have a lot to learn in that position," said the 21-year-old. "I lost the ball a few times in the first half so I need to improve, but obviously I'm further forward and can get into positions to take opportunities.

"I still need to work on my finishing but yes, I enjoy playing there because I can use my speed and my physique a lot in those areas as well."

Dorgu had started seven Premier League games in a row before suffering a hamstring injury in the victory at Arsenal on 25 January that ruled him out for three months.

The Brighton appearance was his first start since then, although Denmark do have a couple of friendlies to play at the beginning of June before a summer break heading into a new season that includes a Champions League campaign after United won 12 of their 17 games under new boss Carrick.

"It was tough [being injured] but the team did really well without me as well, so I was still positive around the group. I was just excited to be back the season ended.

"You can see the impact he [Carrick] has had since the first day he came. Hopefully we'll do even better next season."