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Diogo Dalot praises Fred's 'underdog' mentality and insists the Brazilian is 'what we want' at Manchester United because he 'gives EVERYTHING'... after midfielder's match-winning display against Crystal Palace

Manchester United defender Diogo Dalot has hailed the influence of his team-mate Fred following the midfielder's impressive performance against Crystal Palace.

Having joined the Red Devils in 2018, the Brazil international has found it difficult to win over fans and pundits alike, leading to his place in the team being questioned.

However, successive managers have stood by the 28-year-old, and it has started to pay dividends in recent matches.

Fred's time at Old Trafford has not been perfect, but he may be starting to win the fans over
Ralf Rangnick (L) was delighted with Fred (centre) after his display against Crystal Palace

In Michael Carrick's final game at the helm against Arsenal on Thursday, Fred set up Bruno Fernandes' first half goal, and then won a penalty after the break, which was duly converted by Cristiano Ronaldo.