Manchester United strengthened their grip on second position in the English Premier League on Saturday with a professional 2-0 victory at home to struggling Swansea City.

The Red Devils needed a victory to continue their bid to finish in the top four and now find themselves with a healthy advantage over fifth placed Chelsea.

Romelu Lukaku, scoring his 100th career Premier League goal, and Alexis Sanchez, netting his second league goal for the Old Trafford side since joining in January, were the heroes of the afternoon.

However, it was another attacking talent that caught the eye of supporters - Juan Mata

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The Spaniard get Jose Mourinho's outfit moving all afternoon, linking up well with the other players in the attacking front four. Fans were delighted with his performance, believing they're a far better side when he's in the team and playing well.

Can he bring his form into next week's encounter with Manchester City, as the Red Devils prepare to prevent Pep Guardiola's team winning the title in a Manchester derby?

Fans took to Twitter to praise the attacking midfielder after Saturday's match...