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      Man Utd star Pellistri’s godfather is a famous rock star and he’s been described as a ‘rascal’ on the pitch by Riquelme

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      ON transfer deadline day last week, Manchester United added two Uruguayans to their expensively-assembled squad.
      One of them, of course, was Edinson Cavani – universally known as a goal-getter in Serie A and Ligue 1 through the years, and will provide competition upfront for Anthony Martial and Marcus Rashford.

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      Facundo Pellistri signed for Man Utd on transfer deadline dayCredit: AFP – Getty

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      Pellistri’s godfather is rock star Sebastian Teysera, second from the left

      But the other, 18-year-old Facundo Pellistri, is relatively unknown on our shores and one for the future.
      Little fanfare was made when the exciting winger signed from Penarol for £9million.
      However, sounding the drum – quite literally – could be his rock star godfather.
      Uruguay singer Sebastian Teysera, who boasts over 20 million views on YouTube, is also Pellistri’s biggest fan.

      LET’S ROCK
      Teysera, 47, made his name with the band La Vela Puerca, who have scored hits in South America.
      Infamous for their controversial logo – a drawing of the snout of a pig smoking marijuana – they formed in 1995 and play many types of music including punk and ska.
      Pellistri was backstage one of their most iconic stadium shows – at the Estadio Luna Park in Buenos Aires – to celebrate his birthday.
      Teysera led the band with a rendition of ‘happy birthday’ for his godson during the gig, which the crowd sang back.

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      Teysera’s band La Vela Puerca have scored hits in Uruguay and Argentina

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      Pellistri went to his godfather’s concert in Buenos Aires on his birthday and his Teysera serenaded him
      A huge Penarol fan, Teysera always has time for Pellistri.
      “Seba always calls me and congratulates me, he is a Peñarol fan and has come to see me (play),” Pellistri once revealed.
      FANS IN HIGH PLACES
      Championed by ex-United star Diego Forlan, a former Penarol manager, it’s been reported the Uruguay legend convinced Pellistri his future belonged at Old Trafford.
      And the top talent certainly has fans in high places.
      Former Argentina playmaker Juan Roman Riquelme believes United have secured a gem – calling him a ‘rascal’ of a player.

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      Pellistri was coached by former United striker Diego Forlan who reportedly advised him to join the Premier League giantsCredit: Getty Images – Getty

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      Ex-Argentina star Juan Roman Riquelme rates Pellistri highlyCredit: AFP

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      Pellistri is described as a ‘rascal’ of a player

      “He is young and talented,” Riquelme revealed.
       “He hasn’t played that much but you can see he is a real rascal with the ball at his feet. And that is important.
      “There aren’t many like him around, who have the courage to be so cheeky on the pitch. That is highly valuable.”

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      Man Utd’s best and worst and transfer deadline day deals, including Rooney, Berbatov, Falcao and Martial

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      MANCHESTER United are no strangers to the dance of transfer deadline day.
      The Red Devils often dip into their cash reserves on the last day of the window and unveil a star signing.

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      Edinson Cavani was signed by Manchester United on transfer deadline day

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      Brazilian Alex Telles was also unveiled hours before the transfer window shut Credit: Getty Images – Getty

      This year, Edinson Cavani, Alex Telles, Amad Traore, Facundo Pellistri and Willy Kambwala were all signed with hours to spare.
      But who joined previously on transfer deadline day and how well did they do?
      WAYNE ROONEY
      Throughout the summer of 2004, Rooney, then 18, was linked with a move to Old Trafford.
      Finally, on the last day of the window, the Liverpool-born forward was unveiled for £27million.

      And he would go on to become a legend for the club.
      He scored a record 253 goals, and won five Premier League titles, the Champions League, Europa League and an FA Cup.
      Roo was not just a brilliant deadline day signing, he probably could be United’s best ever.
      VERDICT: HIT

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      Wayne Rooney went on to become a Manchester United legendCredit: EPA
      DIMITAR BERBATOV
      The Bulgarian striker, a ringer for Ocean’s Eleven actor Andy Garcia, joined United for £31m in 2008.
      Before the season began, Sir Alex Ferguson was quoted as saying he expected to sign Berbatov from Tottenham.
      Spurs complained to the Premier League, saying United broke the rules and Berbatov was dropped for the opening month of the 2008-09 season.
      Eventually, United got their man and he enjoyed his best season in 2010-11 – scoring 21 goals in 42 games.
      VERDICT: HIT

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      Dimitar Berbatov proved to be a hit at Old Trafford after his £31m moveCredit: Getty – Contributor
      RADAMEL FALCAO
      On paper, United were getting a world beater.
      Colombian forward Falcao was one of the most feared strikers on the planet, after starring at Atletico Madrid and then Monaco.
      And when a loan deal with a view to a £44m permanent move was agreed, the fans were dancing on cobbled streets.
      However, the move was a disaster for Falcao – who scored just four goals in 29 games for Louis van Gaal’s side.
      It was no surprise that United didn’t exercise their right to buy him at the end of the loan but peculiarly Chelsea decided to take him the following season and, again, he flopped.
      VERDICT: MISS

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      Radamel Falcao was a flop at Manchester UnitedCredit: News Group Newspapers Ltd
      SAIDY JANKO
      Who?
      In 2013, Manchester United raided Swiss club FC Zurich for the versatile right back and winger paying an undisclosed fee.
      He was one of only three signings made by David Moyes during that transfer window.
      However, he made just one appearance – an ill-fated runout against MK Dons that ended in an embarrassing 4-0 defeat.
      Janko was loaned out for the rest of the season to Bolton months later, before he moved to Celtic a summer after he was signed.
      VERDICT: MISS

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      Saidy Janko failed to make his mark at Old Trafford – appearing just once in a 4-0 defeatCredit: PA:Empics Sport
      MAROUANE FELLAINI
      Another Moyes signing of the summer of 2013, Fellaini joined from Everton for a fee in the region of £28m.
      But in his first season the giant Belgium midfielder made just 15 league starts.
      Many pundits labelled Fellaini one of the worst buys of the season, and although things picked up in his second campaign at the club, Fellaini was always a bit-part player.
      It was no surprise to see him shipped off to China in 2019, where he now plays for Shandong Luneng.
      VERDICT: MISS

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      Marouane Fellaini joined United from Everton for £28mCredit: Getty Images – Getty
      REGAN POOLE
      There were high hopes for the Welsh centre-back when he signed for £100,000 from Newport County.
      Shortlisted for the Football League Apprentice of the Year award in 2015, Liverpool handed him a trial a few months after.
      But that summer he joined United.
      Poole made just one appearance for the club, coming on as a last-minute substitute for Ander Herrera in a 5–1 win over FC Midtjylland.
      After loans to Northampton Town and back to Newport County, Poole, still only 22, signed for MK Dons last year on a free transfer.
      VERDICT: MISS

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      Regan Poole did not make much of an impact at UnitedCredit: Getty Images – Getty
      DALEY BLIND
      The Dutch defender joined Manchester United in 2014 for a fee of £14m.
      But two months into his career in England he sustained a knee ligament injury, which kept him out of action for the rest of the year.
      Something of a utility player, Blind played at left-back, centre back and in midfield.
      In 2018, United cut their losses with the Holland international – selling him back to Ajax for £14m.
      VERDICT: MISS

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      Utility player Daley Blind didn’t hit the heights expected at Manchester UnitedCredit: Getty – Contributor
      ANTHONY MARTIAL
      Eyes were raised in 2015 when United settled on a deal worth £58m for Martial from Monaco.
      At the time, it was the highest fee paid for a teenager and a huge outlay for someone who had the potential to be an Old Trafford great, but was unproven.
      Martial, 24, has since silenced doubters – becoming the focal point of the Red Devils attack.

      Last season the French international enjoyed his most prolific season at the club – scoring 23 goals in all competitions.
      With time on his side, he could be a very important player for United in years to come.
      VERDICT: HIT

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      Anthony Martial has become an important first team star for Manchester UnitedCredit: Mark Robinson – The Sun

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      Meet Man Utd star Romero’s Wag Eliana, who blasted the club after his transfer to Everton fell through

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      SHOULD Man Utd star Sergio Romero need a new agent, he could look no further than his Wag.
      The Argentine shotstopper, 33, reportedly had his heart set on a move to Everton on transfer deadline day.

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      Sergio Romero’s wife Eliana Guercio has her husband’s backCredit: Getty Images – Getty

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      Eliana Guercio has slammed for the club for not letting Romero leave on transfer deadline dayCredit: Rex Features

      However, the Red Devils are believed to have blocked the deal – and Everton signed Robin Olsen from Roma instead.
      And that left Eliana Guercio, 42, furious. She immediately took to Instagram and demanded respect for her husband.
      She wrote: “Last trophy they won, they lifted it with him. He helped the team reach 4 finals/semifinals and then he was left on the bench only to lose them all.
      “It is time for them to return the opportunity and let him go. RESPECT FOR ONCE!!!!!”

      But who is the fiery blonde sticking for her man?

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      Guercio believes United should have respected her man

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      Romero and Guercio met in 2008Credit: AFP – Getty
      SHE’S GLAM
      Over the years Eliana was a men’s lifestyle magazine staple, appearing in many underwear and bikini shoots in South America.
      She has also starred on TV in Argentina – most notably in “Más que diferente”, appearing fully nude on the show.
      Eliana and Sergio met in 2008 and instantly fell in love.

      Within seven months, pair married – and they have three children together, Jazmin, Chloe and Meghan.
      RIHANNA
      According to reports, pop star and football-fan Rihanna had a crush on Romero before the 2014 World Cup.

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      Within seven months Romero and Guercio walked down the aisleCredit: Getty Images – Getty

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      The pair have three children togetherCredit: PA:Press Association

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      Before the 2014 World Cup Rihanna reportedly revealed she fancied Romero

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      Eliana didn’t feel threatened and said if Argentina win the World Cup she would lend Romero to Rihanna for a week
      Any normal wife would have been horrified that the gorgeous singer may have declared an interest in their husband – but not Eliana.
      She even joked that she would lend Romero to the Barbadian beauty, if Argentina won the World Cup!
      “If we win the World Cup, I will let her have him for a week,” she said.
      NOSY NEIGHBOURS
      Keeping in line with her tempestuous nature, Eliana wasn’t afraid to blast her neighbours in Manchester, who took offence to a playground installed in the backyard of their £2.8million home.
      Neighbours believed it was an eyesore and distracted passing drivers because it was too big.
      Eliana said she can’t understand what all the fuss is about.
      She told Caras: “Where we put up the playground is part of our house, I don’t understand why the neighbours got annoyed.
      “You can’t see the place where we put it, and besides, as soon as we put it up we went away for two months.

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      Eliana has a fiery temperament as her neighbours can testify

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      Neighbours were left fuming that a playground similar to this one was installed in the Romeros home

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      Guercio snapped back and said the playground wasn’t an eyesore

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      Eliana is not a woman to be messed with

      “We came to Argentina, afterwards we went to the beach and afterwards when we returned, the girls went back to school.
      “After 4pm, it’s already cold, so the girls don’t go out in the garden.”
      Word of warning, this is one lady you don’t want to get on her bad side.

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      Meet Man Utd signing Alex Telles’ glorious Wag Priscila, who hails from Brazil and runs a street culture charity

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      SHE is used to helping the needy… now her hubby is coming to rescue Manchester United’s ailing defence.
      Alex Telles’ Wag Priscila Minuzzo is doing her bit for charity – using the medium of dance and street culture.

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      Meet Priscila Minuzzo, the Wag of new Man Utd signing Alex Telles

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      Gorgeous Minuzzo is a charity worker

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      In 2019 Minuza set up Fluencia Hip Hop House in Brazil

      The gorgeous missus of the new Red Devils signing co-runs the Fluencia Hip Hop House – an organisation that preaches social transformation and emancipation.
      Minuzzo and the defender said their ‘I do’s’ in 2018 in a lavish wedding in their homeland of Brazil.
      And the pair are now making their move to Manchester.
      HIP HOP
      In 2019, Minuzzo helped set up Fluencia Hip Hop House in Brazil.

      The charity helps kids, teenagers and young adults from poor backgrounds integrate into society through break dance, graffiti, DJing and MCing.
      This year they expanded to organising English lessons for those less fortunate, and also provide psychosocial care.
      Now, they help over 70 people.

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      Minuzzo’s charity helps kids, teenagers and young adults from poor backgrounds integrate into society through break dance, graffiti, DJing and MCing

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      Minuzzo’s charity now helps 70 people from poor backgrounds

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      Priscila’s Fluencia Hip Hop House now provides English lessons

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      In 2018 Telles and Minuzzo got married
      DREAM WEDDING
      Although Priscila keeps her personal life private, her wedding to Telles was like something out of a fairytale.

      The pair exchanged vows in Caxias do Sul, where they were both born.
      And it was a lavish church wedding at the São Pelegrino Church.

      Violinist João Pedro Gregol played and sang at the occasion before Priscila walked down the aisle.
      And at the wedding party afterwards, Telles serenaded his wife in song.
      The full-back will be hoping that United fans take to him and serenade him with a tune or two.

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      On her wedding day Minuzzo looked stunning

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      Telles is said to have serendaded Minuzzo in song on his wedding day

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      Telles and Minuzzo are heading to Manchester

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      Earthy Minuzzo keeps her personal life private

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      Priscila hails from Caxias do Sul in Brazil

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      Man Utd star Diogo Dalot completes season-long loan transfer to Serie A giants AC Milan

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      OUT of favour Manchester United star Diogo Dalot has joined AC Milan on a season-long loan, the Serie A giants have confirmed.
      The Portuguese right-back found himself surplus to requirements at Old Trafford, despite featuring in the Carabao Cup win over Brighton.

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      Diogo Dalot has signed for AC Milan on loanCredit: AP:Associated Press

      Last season, Dalot fell below Timothy Fosu-Mensah and Brandon Williams in the United pecking order.
      And with reports suggesting that the Red Devils are near to a deal for Porto full-back Alex Telles before the transfer window closes tomorrow – Dalot could see his game-time limited even further.
      AC Milan released a statement on Sunday: “AC Milan is delighted to announce the signing of defender José Diogo Dalot Teixeira on loan from Manchester United FC.
      “Born in Braga (Portugal) on 18 March 1999, Diogo Dalot came through the youth ranks at FC Porto before making his first-team debut in 2017.

      “During the 2017-18 season, Dalot made 8 appearances and won the Primeira Liga with the Portuguese team. In 2018 he moved to Manchester United where he made 35 appearances, scoring 1 goal.
      “The defender has chosen to wear jersey number 5.”

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      Dalot found himself well down the pecking order at Old TraffordCredit: AC Milan

      Dalot was a £19million signing by Jose Mourinho in 2018.
      He joins the exodus of United players who moved to Italy following Andreas Pereira’s loan move to Lazio.

      Alexis Sanchez, Ashley Young and Romelu Lukaku all swapped the Premier League for Serie A in recent seasons.

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      Man Utd wonderkid Joe Hugill, aged 16, is 6ft 2in striker who plays like Kane and scored winning pen in EFL Trophy win

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      MESSI, Salah, Maradona… Joe Hugill is in good company.
      Like those star forwards, the Manchester United wonderkid is blessed with a magical left foot capable of hurting the opposition.

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      Joe Hugill scored the winning penalty – with his right foot – against Rochdale in the EFL TrophyCredit: Getty Images – Getty

      It’s why the Red Devils paid Sunderland £300,000 for the 16-year-old back in the summer.
      Hugill impressed with United’s U21 team in Tuesday’s EFL Trophy win over Rochdale, coming close when he hit the woodwork and scoring the winning penalty (with his right foot) in a shootout after the sides drew 0-0 after 90 minutes.
      The 6ft 2in frame showed he is a capable target man – as comfortable receiving the ball on the deck as he is leaping for a long ball in the air.
      Here’s why the Old Trafford hierarchy moved quick to secure Hugill’s services in the summer, beating off competition from Premier League rivals Arsenal and Tottenham.

      A TRUE MACKEM
      Born and bred in Sunderland, Hugill spent his entire youth career at his boyhood club.
      In recent years, the Black Cats have produced an incredible array of talent.
      England goalie Jordan Pickford and Liverpool captain Jordan Henderson have risen to the top after coming through the ranks in the North East.
      Josh Maja made waves in the Sunderland first team before he was signed by Bordeaux, where he is thriving in France.

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      Hugill was born and bred in Sunderland

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      In the summer United paid Sunderland £300,000 for Hugill’s servicesCredit: Getty Images – Getty
      And Sam Greenwood earned rave reviews for Arsenal’s youth sides, after joining the Gunners in 2018 from the EFL League One side, and recently earned a £3million move to Leeds United.
      Like those mentioned, Hugill shone at the ‘Academy of Light’, playing for both the U18s and U23s.
      TECHNICALLY SOUND
      First thing you’ll notice about Hugill’s game is his touch.
      When the ball is played to feet it sticks, and he’s able to bring others into the game with his link-up play.
      But there’s also goals to his game too.
      On his Premier League 2 debut, with Sunderland rock bottom of the table, he scored twice against West Ham in a 4-2 defeat.
      Hugill also scored a hat-trick against Shrewsbury Town in the FA Youth Cup – alerting scouts to his abilities.

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      At 6ft 2in Hugill offers a presence in the boxCredit: Getty Images – Getty

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      Hugill boasts similarities to Harry KaneCredit: Getty Images – Getty

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      Hugill impressed in the EFL Trophy win over RochdaleCredit: Rex Features
      Although more slight in build, he has been compared to England hotshot Harry Kane in terms of his style of play.
      He’s not blessed with pace, but he certainly knows where the goal is.
      UNITED’S YOUTH PUSH
      Hugill is seen as one for the future by Nicky Butt, now head of first team development, but was formerly overseeing their youth set-up.

      The graduate of the ‘Class of ’92’ oversaw the arrivals of Tahith Chong, Charlie McCann, France youth stars Aliou Traore and Hannibal Mejbri, Arnau Puigmal, and Largie Ramazani in that role, until Nick Cox took over the reigns last year.
      And with his recommendation, Hugill was added to that list of promising youngsters.
      Perhaps the class of 2020 can be just as impressive as Beckham, the Nevilles, Scholes and Co in years to come.

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      Man Utd target Alejandro Garnacho was the ‘jewel’ of Atletico’s academy, is obsessed by Ronaldo and wears the number 7

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      WHEN it rains it pours.
      Manchester United are continuing to reshape their academy with the addition of Europe’s hottest talents and are set to add Spanish wonderkid Alejandro Garnacho to their ranks.

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      Manchester United are set to sign Alejandro Garnacho from Atletico MadridCredit: Instagram / @garnacho7

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      Garnacho, who has been with Atletico since 2015, is said to be the ‘jewel’ of the club’s academyCredit: La Liga promises

      The fleet-footed forward will be the third La Liga starlet join the club this summer, after the arrivals of Marc Jurado from Barcelona and Alvaro Fernandez from Real Madrid.
      And Garnacho, 16, called the ‘jewel’ of Atletico’s academy, will be hoping to emulate his hero at Old Trafford.
      He is obsessed by Cristiano Ronaldo, and even wears the same shirt number – No7.
      STIFF COMPETITION
      The Red Devils are said to have fought off Real Madrid and Borussia Dortmund to secure Garnacho’s signature.

      Described as a ‘goalscoring machine’, the Madrid-born teenager was highly rated by Atletico, who are reportedly devastated he’s leaving.
      He joined the club in 2015, impressing all with his killer instinct in front of goal.
      In 2016, whilst playing for Atletico’s Infantil B, he was Spain’s top scorer – destroying opposition defences with his natural knack for finding the back of the net.

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      Talented Garnacho is said to be a goalscoring machineCredit: La Liga promises

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      Real Madrid and Borussia Dortmund were also reportedly interested in GarnachoCredit: Instagram / @garnacho7
      QUICK AND NIMBLE
      Blessed with a flawless technique, Garnacho boasts attributes including close ball control that make it difficult for defenders to rob the ball off him.

      In the penalty area he’s intuitive and clinical, preferring to shift the ball onto his right foot before calmly slotting the ball home.
      A real predator in front of goal, Garnacho is also adept at finding space in the penalty box, and is an instinctive poacher.
      Moving to Old Trafford, he hopes, will see him emulate his hero Ronaldo, and was said to be a deciding factor in his decision to move.
      READY FOR STARDOM
      From a young age Garnacho’s potential has seen him primed for the top.
      Last season, he found himself enjoying run-outs for Atletico’s U19 team.

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      Garnacho wants to emulate his idol Cristiano RonaldoCredit: La Liga promises

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      Garnacho wears the same number jersey as Ronaldo – No7 Credit: Instagram / @garnacho7

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      Garnacho recently uploaded a snap on Instagram announcing his arrival in ManchesterCredit: Instagram / @garnacho7

      He turned 16 in July, which meant he was able to discuss deals with other clubs, and it has been reported that Atletico did everything they could to keep their star man.
      But, reports suggest Garnacho has penned a five-year deal with the Premier League giants and is ready to make his mark on English football.
      And all it will cost United is a compensation package for his training and development.

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      Man Utd’s David de Gea vs Dean Henderson battle has ‘problem written all over it’, claims Gary Neville

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      MANCHESTER UNITED legend Gary Neville believes there’s trouble brewing at Old Trafford over the No1 keeper spot.
      Dean Henderson has returned to the club following a successful loan spell with Sheffield United.

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      David de Gea is Manchester United’s NO1Credit: Getty Images – Getty

      And he faces a battle on his hands to dislodge first choice David de Gea in the first team.
      But while Neville believes Henderson won’t come in and be first choice straight away, should De Gea endure another season of blunders he may as well kiss goodbye to his United career.
      Neville told Sky Sports’ ‘FNF: Season Preview’: “The idea that Dean Henderson would come into Manchester United and replace David de Gea as No 1 goalkeeper straight away… it won’t happen, I can guarantee it won’t happen.
      “This has got ‘problem’ written all over it. The one area of the pitch where you need consistency and stability is your goalkeeper, you need to know who your No1 is, you cannot be flip-flopping.

      “It just does not work; I’ve never seen it work at any club or at international level.
      “Where there is a decision to be made about two goalkeepers you have to pick your No1, go with him and stick with him, even if there is a mistake.
      “Once you take David de Gea out of the team and put Henderson in, you may as well forget about De Gea. That’s coming from my experiences at United.

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      Dean Henderson has returned to Old Trafford after a successful loan spell at Sheffield UnitedCredit: Getty Images – Getty

      “The period between Peter Schmeichel and Edwin van der Sar we had Ricardo, Fabien Barthez, Mark Bosnich, Roy Carroll, Tim Howard, Massimo Taibi, many goalkeepers over a five- to six-year period and there was an inconsistency that certainly didn’t help.”

      De Gea had an error-strewn season last campaign, while Henderson earned all the plaudits with the Blades.
      The 23-year-old has been with United since 2013, but has spent most of his career on loan, including at Stockport, Grimsby and Shrewsbury.

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