Since the conclusion of the 2022 FIFA World Cup, English Premier League fixtures have been arriving thick and fast. This meant that the time difference between the end of matchday 17 and the start of matchday 18 was only about 24 hours. Despite this, we will still look at the matchday 17 team of the week based on ratings.
Tyrell Malacia of Manchester United was named as the team's left-back after assisting Manchester United to a 1-0 win over Wolverhampton Wanderers. The Red Devils won a hard-fought victory, moving them into the top four for the first time this season. He received a 7.4 rating.
Arsenal players are also represented.
Edward Nketiah was one of the team's two strikers, with a performance rating of 7.7 after scoring against Brighton and Hove Albion. Bukayo Saka was also named to the squad after scoring the opening goal for the Gunners. Martin Odegaard was once again crucial for the Gunners, providing an assist as well as scoring a goal. The Arsenal captain received an 8.6 rating for his outstanding performance.
The following are the full details of the matchday 17 team of the week based on ratings:
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Manchester United discuss loan-to-buy deal over Ajax star
According to reports, Manchester United has entered the race for talented Ajax and Ghana forward Mohammed Kudus.
With Cristiano Ronaldo's departure leaving only Anthony Martial as a recognised striker at Old Trafford, the Red Devils are in need of options to bolster their front line, and Erik ten Hag has been vocal about the need to add more bodies to his front line this January.
'It's always challenging. Strikers are costly, particularly in the winter,' he explained.
'However, you must set high boundaries. We're looking for it. We must be creative and do everything in our power to bring in the right players who fit the balance.
'It's all about timing and availability. There are numerous factors at play. It's been a long time and the window hasn't even begun."
'I believe we have a squad; we have players who fit our criteria. But the games are on their way. In all leagues, competition is fierce. We want to continue playing in all leagues and cups. So we need players and numbers to cover."
In six Champions League games, the 22-year-old attacker scored four goals and provided two assists, while also scoring twice for Ghana in three World Cup group stage appearances. And he's attracting the attention of Europe's elite after a summer move to Everton fell through on transfer deadline day, with Liverpool, Arsenal, and Borussia Dortmund all said to be interested in the youngster.
According to the report, United may look to tie up a deal this January, consisting of a loan move with an option to buy the player in the summer, as the Red Devils can only afford loans this winter.
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