It could well be: apart from the lure of Champions League and more money (ok, ok, two very big lures :facepalm:) I can imagine that chasing the 'big 5' (or however many there are left) can be a lot more exciting than being in the Big 5. At least, as a fan, that's how I seem to feel. I seem to...
yes, the double doing of Fred, followed by a back heal to Cucu was sublime...leaving Fred looking like he wanted to go home, and the crowd loving it.
As you say, Gross in an advanced position is more effective (IMO) - his passing was superb vs MU, and he pressed and chased down very well. He...
AliMac's take to help set up Cucu's goal. Sanchez' pass to Cucu, and his take, Trossard commits 2 defenders before setting up Gross. Pascal, ubercool celebration...and what a game...Gross (I'll miss him). The AliMac, Welbz one two 👏👏.
We.were.seriously.good.