Angel Di Maria at Manchester United: A Statistical Breakdown
Angel Di Maria's time at Manchester United remains one of the club's most debated transfers. Signed in 2014 for a then-record fee, the Argentine winger was expected to reinvigorate United's attack. While his career at Old Trafford was brief, his stats tell a nuanced story of potential and inconsistency.
Arrival and Initial Impact
Di Maria joined United from Real Madrid in July 2014, moving for £59.7 million. His arrival coincided with Louis van Gaal's attempt to rebuild the squad. The winger's technical flair and creativity were seen as key to unlocking United's attacking issues. In his debut season, he played a pivotal role in the team's Premier League title push, contributing 4 goals and 7 assists across 30 appearances.
Key Statistics
- Appearances: 30 (all in 2014-15 season)
- Goals: 4 (all in the Premier League)
- Assists: 7 (Premier League and domestic cups)
- Pass Completion Rate: 82.3%
- Key Passes per Game: 2.1
- Dribbles Completed: 1.8 per game
Performance Analysis
Di Maria's contributions were most evident in
