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Revived Manchester United forward Memphis has thanked Ryan Giggs for helping him return to form.

Memphis regained the form that helped PSV Eindhoven to the Dutch title last season, as he scored his first goal in almost two months and was named man of the match in United's frantic win over Watford on Saturday.

The 21-year-old was spoken to by United assistant Giggs last month over his off-field antics last month and elaborated on his positive response at Vicarage Road.

"I think every young player goes through things but I keep training and enjoy the training sessions," Memphis told MUTV.

"The stuff [I have been told] has stuck with me and Ryan Giggs has given me good advice and I’ve been working on some things with him.



"You need that backing and you need to back yourself and train well, and of course all the help is great to get through difficult times.

"I’m happy to get the help of everyone and happy to play on Saturday to show that I can be important."

Memphis played up front in the absence of Wayne Rooney, Anthony Martial and Marouane Fellaini against Watford in an innovative 4-2-2-2 system.

With Rooney and Martial expected to be available for PSV Eindhoven's visit on Wednesday, Memphis has intensified the competition for places in Van Gaal's attack.

"The system was different, but we have a little bit more freedom and there was space in behind also which we took advantage of. I think we did it well and I enjoyed the game," he added.

“It was a difficult game in the end. We started well in the first half but the second half was a little bit difficult. But to get three points out of it was good.



“I enjoyed the goal a lot, of course. I like to score goals. It was important for me to score a goal when I got a chance. I was happy. I like it when the fans are behind us and it was a nice moment."