Tyrell Malacia has promised fans that he will ‘leave everything on the pitch’ following his move to Manchester United from Feyenoord.
Malacia became the club’s first signing of the Erik ten Hag era on Wednesday, arriving from the Eredivisie side for a fee of around €15m plus add-ons.
Despite being just 22 years old, the Dutchman departs Feyenoord with plenty of experience having made just shy of 100 appearances in the league.
Speaking about his Premier League move for the first time, he said: “It’s an incredible feeling to have joined Manchester United. This is a new chapter for me, a new league with new teammates and a tremendous manager [Erik ten Hag] leading us.
“I know from playing against his teams in the Eredivisie, the qualities that he has and what he demands of his players.
“Whilst I know that I am still young and will continue to develop, I can promise the United fans that I will leave everything on the pitch every time I pull on the red shirt. I’ll always be thankful to Feyenoord for all they have given to me and my family.
“None of this would be possible if it wasn’t for them. Now I’m ready to focus on the future with United, and help my new club achieve success.”
John Murtough, Manchester United football director, added: “Tyrell is an exciting, dynamic young footballer with excellent experience for his age, including five seasons in the Eredivisie, a European final and full international honours for the Netherlands.
“We look forward to seeing him continue to develop under the guidance of Erik ten Hag and his coaching team in the years ahead.
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“Everyone at Manchester United welcomes Tyrell to the club.”
United are hoping that Malacia will be joined at Old Trafford by Lisandro Martinez – their top defensive target – and his international teammate Frenkie de Jong before the transfer window slams shut.
