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Man Utd youngster Timothy Fosu-Mensah completes loan move to Crystal Palace
MANCHESTER UNITED youngster Timothy Fosu-Mensah has completed his loan move to Crystal Palace.
Timothy Fosu-Mensah completes loan move to Crystal Palace
Fosu-Mensah made 11 appearances for Manchester United last season, helping Jose Mourinho’s side to a Europa League and EFL Cup double.
He was part of United’s pre-season tour of the United States but has been offered more first-team opportunities at Crystal Palace this term.
The 19-year-old Dutchman, who can double up as a midfielder as well as a defender, will wear the No 24 shirt during his time at Selhurst Park.
He said on the move: “The manager spoke to me about coming down to join Crystal Palace and it was clear that he wanted me to be part of his squad which as a player gives you a great feeling straight away.
Timothy Fosu-Mensah was part of Manchester United's pre-season tour of the USA
Timothy Fosu-Mensah joins Crystal Palace on loan
“I must now repay that back by putting in some good performances for the club.
“I am only 19 years old and still have a lot to learn and therefore getting the opportunity to play more games on a regular basis will help my development."
And new Palace manager Frank de Boer was delighted to be reunited with his fellow former Ajax man.
Fosu-Mensah was part of Ajax’s development squad while De Boer was in charge of the Eredivisie giants.
“Timothy is a player who has great pace and incredible physical ability,” De Boer said.
"In today’s game you need players with strength and speed and is a player who can also play in midfield.
“I am seeing him in our system as a right centre back but he can also play full back in a 4-3-3.”