Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho sees 'great improvement' in Anthony Martial's attitude this season
- Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho has praised Anthony MartialĀ
- United boss has been impressed by his appearances off the substitutes' bench
- Martial has scored four goals in all competitions for United so far this seasonĀ
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Anthony Martial's mentality has transformed in a matter of months, according to Jose Mourinho.
The Manchester United winger endured a frustrating season last year, constantly rebuked by his manager for a perceived lack of willpower.
Martial - who has four goals already this term - has impressed off the bench and Mourinho believes his attitude has changed.
Anthony Martial has scored four goals so far this season for Manchester United
Jose Mourinho has heaped praise on the former Monaco forward after a good start to the term
'I see a great improvement in the person, in the mood, in the face, in the body language - if you want just a word, in the happiness,' the United boss said.
'He's a happy guy, he's working extremly well. He starts matches, he tries to do well.
'He goes from the bench, even it is for 10 minutes like in the last match at home, he tries to enjoy and try to give something in these extra minutes.
Mourinho is delighted with how Martial has applied himself despite a shortage of startsĀ
Romelu Lukaku has made a fine start at United but it has led to a lewd chant on the terraces
'I am very pleased with his attitude overall and then it's easier to play well.'
Mourinho would not be drawn on the lewd fan chant about striker Romelu Lukaku, which has sparked controversy after being labelled racist by Kick It Out.
'Don't ask me these questions,' he added. 'I want the fans to support the football and to support the players. That's what I want.'
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