FOOTBALL NEWS
31/08/2016 17:32, Report by Adam Marshall. Video by Stephen Bibby
VOTE FOR UNITED'S PLAYER OF THE MONTH
After careful consideration, we have selected our three-man shortlist for Manchester United's first Player of the Month award for 2016/17.
The Reds won all four competitive games in August, starting with the Community Shield triumph over Leicester City before reeling off three consecutive victories in the Premier League.
There have been a number of excellent performers for Jose Mourinho's side but this is your chance to vote for August's star man.
Eric Bailly: 4 appearances, 3 Man-of-the-Match awards
The Ivory Coast international has enjoyed a remarkable start to life in Manchester, already earning cult status among the fans for a series of no-nonsense displays. The centre-back has provided athleticism, aggression and assurance and is an outstanding contender for the trophy.
Daley Blind: 4 appearances
Calmness personified in the middle alongside Bailly, the Dutchman has barely put a foot wrong all season. Not only can he start attacks with his precise passing but he has handled any opposition breaks with real confidence and quality and has been one of the team's stand-out individuals.
Zlatan Ibrahimovic: 4 appearances, 4 goals, 1 Man-of-the-Match award
The Scandinavian striker has hit the ground running at United, heading the winner in the Community Shield and following it up with a sweet strike on his Premier League debut at Bournemouth. He bagged two more against Southampton and led the line with his usual blend of grace and power at Hull