Erik ten Hag has said Kobbie Mainoo's sharp progress is the reason behind Christian Eriksen's reduction in minutes in recent months.
The Dane has featured just three times for United in 2024, last appearing in the 4-3 win over Liverpool in the FA Cup last month.
"I think that [Kobbie Mainoo's progress] is the main reason," he said ahead of the FA Cup semi-final clash with Coventry City.
"He [Kobbie] was so important for us, he is playing in that six/eight role, [to] bring creation to the team, bring composure, in our possession game, to the team. I think that is the main reason why Christian has less minutes than last season."
Eriksen still has one more year left on his Man United contract but the midfielder is expected to depart in the summer.
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