​Man Utd winger James needs protection - Giggs

Football
22 Aug 2019 • 12:57 PM MYT
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Wales manager Ryan Giggs believes that his countryman Daniel James needs protection in the Premier League.

James, who has emerged as a key outlet for both Wales and United, is one of the most fouled players because of his style.

Giggs believes the 21-year-old needs more protection from rough challenges if he is to avoid lasting consequences to his career.

"You've seen he gets kicked a lot," Giggs said to reporters.

"Sometimes when you anticipate it, it can look like a dive.

"The speed he's going at, it can look worse, but I'm not worried about that. He gets a lot of stick and referees need to protect him.

"I watched a lot of the pre-season games and he did well as he usually plays on the left. It gives me a different option as well if he's playing his club football on the right. If I want to do that, I can."