Malacia has provided competition for Luke Shaw in the left-back role, which has even resulted in the Englishman’s form improving as he aims to cement his place in the starting 11.
Ten Hag has even opted to deploy Malacia on the right flank, showing his ability to adapt and meet the manager’s demands.
After a fine start to the season for the Red Devils, he was named by former United manager Louis van Gaal to represent the Netherlands at the World Cup in Qatar.
He is one of 14 Reds that will be playing at the tournament – the second highest in the Premier League.
Malacia is ready to take the opportunity with both hands. He told MUTV: “A really, really big achievement [to represent Netherlands]. I can’t describe it myself, it’s amazing.
“From the beginning when I made my first cap, until now, they [family back home] are so proud and really happy for me.”
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