Few matches to draw a conclusion
There are few matches to perform an analysis and draw a quick conclusion. However, theory and practice agree so far on one point: without partners, there is no Alexis Sanchez. Without allies, the Chilean does not contribute to the game. It is just a constant threat that fails to become a fact.
Can he get to know his teammates better?
Yes, it is clear: he has been in Manchester United for less than two months. Moreover, Juan Mata, the man who understands him the most or the man who seems to understand him the most, is far away to communicate with the ball on the field, creating constructive walls. The exquisite Spanish had to play as a right winger against Sevilla, a position that is sometimes wing-back, a mix of full-back and midfielder, reaching the offensive position with almost no strength left.
Adjustments are still needed
Paul Pogba, who came on as a substitute for the injured Ander Herrera, made it clear that he also does not understand the Chilean very well yet, that there are pieces to be adjusted: they barely look for each other. A similar situation happens with Romelu Lukaku, the center forward of the Red Devils: in the first half, he had a clear chance to open the scoring after a great pass from the South American striker, but he couldn't convert it into a goal.
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The problem, of course, brings back memories of Alexis' time in Arsenal, where he suffered greatly from the lack of partners: if Mesut Ozil wasn't there, the Chilean struggled in the game and the London team suffered the result...