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Man Utd cult hero Federico Macheda sensationally offers his services to Ruben Amorim amid struggles of goal-shy duo Rasmus Hojlund and Joshua Zirkzee

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<p>Macheda is best remembered by United fans for his unforgettable debut goal against Aston Villa in April 2009. With Sir Alex Ferguson’s side trailing 2-1, the then-teenager was called upon to turn the game around and he did not disappoint by scoring the third goal in injury time after Cristiano Ronaldo netted the equaliser. </p>

WHAT HAPPENED?

<p>Gone are those glory days and current circumstances at Old Trafford are far from ideal. United are enduring a nightmare season, with their attack notably underperforming. United have managed just <a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/man-utd-flops-playing-for-futures-ruben-amorim/blt34b0d09d1d06c8ad" target="_blank">30 goals in 26 Premier League matches,</a> leaving them languishing in 15th place - far below their usual standards. To further elaborate, <a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/kobbie-mainoo-experiment-ruben-amorim-striker-help-man-utd-revitalise-rasmus-hojlund-joshua-zirkzee/blt42a737e0951c5935" target="_blank">Rasmus Hojlund, Joshua Zirkzee, and Alejandro Garnacho </a>- have only netted a combined total of nine goals in the league this season which highlights the plight of the Manchester club.</p>

THE BIGGER PICTURE

<p>Despite being in the latter stages of his playing career, Macheda believes he could still contribute to United's cause.</p><p>When asked whether he could still make an impact, the Asteras Tripolis forward told <a href="https://www.thesun.co.uk/sport/33529759/sir-alex-ferguson-ronaldo-man-utd-federico-macheda/" target="_blank"><em>The Sun</em></a>: "Now? At 33? I think I could play there. Yes. Do better? I don't know. I must say it's not easy to play for Manchester United now, but I think I could still play there.</p><p>“Personally, I like Zirkzee and Hojlund. The club is under pressure. The situation is not easy for any striker, even if you put [Robert] Lewandowski in the team. But as a player, I can see myself playing there at the moment. A couple of games if Ruben Amorim needs me! I know the Premier League level. It's very difficult but I could play there. Why not?"</p>

WHAT MACHEDA SAID

<p>In addition to his offer to help United’s attacking woes, Macheda also expressed his belief in Amorim’s ability to turn the club’s fortunes around. </p><p>He added: "I believe yes he can. Amorim has a special connection. He's one coach who can get Manchester United to fight for everything. I like Amorim even if you don't see the results. Maybe sometimes they play bad football. It's difficult because for a club to be successful, you need great players. </p><p>"United doesn't have the team to win the Premier League at the moment. They have good players, but if you put any coach in, it wouldn't change a lot."</p>

DID YOU KNOW?

<p>On Wednesday, United will host relegation-threatened Ipswich Town at Old Trafford. With Amorim looking for a way to ignite his team’s form, this match represents an important opportunity for United to begin climbing the table and regaining some much-needed momentum. </p>

WHAT NEXT FOR MANCHESTER UNITED?

Man Utd cult hero Federico Macheda sensationally offers his services to Ruben Amorim amid struggles of goal-shy duo Rasmus Hojlund and Joshua Zirkzee | Goal.com

Manchester United cult hero Federico Macheda has sensationally offered his services to Ruben Amorim amid the Red Devils&apos; goalscoring woes.

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