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Memphis Depay REVEALS the Manchester United legends he hopes to replicate
MEMPHIS DEPAY believes he can become a Manchester United legend like Ryan Giggs and Cristiano Ronaldo - but is determined to let his feet do the talking.
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United confirmed the £25m signing of the 21-year-old from PSV Eindhoven on a four-year deal with the option of a further year.
After scoring 22 goals in 30 games for PSV, the Dutch winger will be expected to bring significant firepower to the United attack from a wide position.
United have a long and illustrious history of wingers including Giggs and Ronaldo and Depay is keen to follow in their footsteps and become an Old Trafford great.
He said: I’m going to let my feet speak. I hope I can develop here in the Premier League and I hope I can be like those great legends one time in my career.
"I’m going to work hard, so let’s see. I believe I can be a great player for Manchester United."
Memphis Depay is delighted to be a Manchester United player
After a trophy less season for United, Louis Van Gaal is under pressure to deliver silverware and Depay is confident his new club can achieve their targets next season.
He added: "We’re the biggest club in the world, so we have to play for those trophies.
"I’m very excited to be a part of Manchester United but we have to win trophies. I’m sure that we can do this."
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