“Saliba Stunned – Arsenal Defender Admits United Star Left Him Shocked at Old Trafford”
Arsenal may have snatched a narrow 1-0 victory over Manchester United at Old Trafford, but William Saliba had an unexpected confession after the match. The French defender admitted that one United player gave him one of the toughest challenges of his career.
Speaking after the final whistle, Saliba was full of surprise:
“I underestimated him at first, but the way he turned me inside the 16-yard box caught me off guard. In all my career, I’ve rarely faced such a dangerously aggressive player.”
The man in question? Patrick Dorgu.
The Danish-Nigerian fullback, who only recently joined United, was thrust into the starting XI with many doubting if he could handle a clash of this intensity. But under the bright lights at Old Trafford, Dorgu delivered a fearless display that unsettled even one of the Premier League’s strongest defenders.
From the opening minutes, Dorgu pressed high, carried the ball with confidence, and forced Saliba into uncomfortable situations. His pace, strength, and direct runs caused constant problems down Arsenal’s defense. At one point, the young left-back spun Saliba in the box and nearly found the back of the net — a moment that left the crowd gasping.
Saliba admitted he had not expected such a performance:
“When you see his name on the team sheet, you don’t think he’ll cause you trouble. But on the pitch, it was a completely different story. He’s young, powerful, quick, and doesn’t give you a moment to breathe. Honestly, he surprised me.”
Even though United suffered defeat, fans left the stadium excited about Dorgu’s potential. Many hailed him as a “hidden gem” and praised his courage in taking on one of Europe’s best defenders. Social media buzzed with clips and comments, with supporters calling him exactly the kind of spark United need in this new era.
For manager Ruben Amorim, Dorgu’s emergence was one of the few positives on a frustrating night. While United lacked cutting edge in attack, the young fullback’s aggression and drive were clear signs of promise.
In the end, Arsenal walked away with the points, but the spotlight belonged to Dorgu. If he continues on this trajectory, he may well become one of the Premier League’s breakout stars this season.
For Saliba, one thing is certain: Patrick Dorgu is no longer underrated.
