Roberto Martinez believes Kevin De Bruyne’s role in his Belgium team has been “underrated” after he was criticised for playing the Manchester City star in a deeper role.
Playmaker De Bruyne usually features higher up the pitch for the Premier League champions under Pep Guardiola, and his change of position at the World Cup has led to plenty of questions regarding his position for the national team, where he plays in a two alongside Axel Witsel.
Despite the fact the 27-year-old might be getting fewer goals and assists, Martinez says he still has a massive influence on the way the Red Devils are looking to play.