0.4<\/a>) respectively. It should be noted, however, that Malacia does get dispossessed once more per 90 minutes than the pairing, suggesting he\u2019s more of an attacking risk-taker.<\/p>\nHis passing abilities will have also caught the eyes of United scouts. The defender generally made around 56.1 passes each match, with a success rate of 85.3%. Upon arrival at Carrington, he\u2019ll be competing against a duo who average slightly fewer passes and accuracy (Shaw: 46.2 and 84.1%, Telles: 44.5 and 80.3%), although the competitiveness of the two leagues will undoubtedly come into question.<\/p>\n
Malacia\u2019s defensive statistics may surprise a number of supporters too. United\u2019s back line came under heavy criticism last season from fans and pundits alike, with only Leicester conceding more goals in the top half of the table. The new arrival\u2019s numbers look to be a serious improvement on Shaw\u2019s current rates. Malacia averages over double the amount of tackles (2.7) and interceptions (1.1) than the Englishman (1.1, 0.5), as well as committing fewer fouls and more clearances. Despite what seems like a looming departure, the Dutchman\u2019s defensive numbers actually correlate similarly to Telles\u2019, who was often scrutinised for his poor positional sense.<\/p>\n