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Man Utd confirm Erik ten Hag’s first transfer signing as boss as Tyrell Malacia joins from Feyenoord for £13m fee
TYRELL MALACIA has been confirmed as Erik ten Hag's first signing as Manchester United boss.
The 22-year-old defender has moved to Old Trafford for £13million from Feyenoord.
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Speaking to the , Malacia said: “It’s an incredible feeling to have joined Manchester United.
"This is a new chapter for me, a new league with new team-mates 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.
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“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, said: “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.
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"We look forward to seeing him continue to develop under the guidance of Erik ten Hag and his coaching team in the years ahead.
";Everyone at Manchester United welcomes Tyrell to the club.”
The contract is until 2026 with a further year option.
Utd say the fee is £12.9 million with a further £1.75m in add ons.
Initially he is likely to provide competition for Luke Shaw – putting a big question mark over the future of
The Brazilian has indicated he will look for a move – possibly on loan – with former club Porto among the options.
Malacia was spotted at Utd's Carrington training ground on Monday to complete his medical ahead of sealing the deal.
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