Harry Maguire has been full of praise for new Manchester United signing Tyrell Malacia ahead of the club's opening pre-season fixture against Liverpool.
The 22-year-old left-back joined up with the United squad after signing last week.
In the short time that he's been with the squad, he has impressed both players and the new manager.
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When asked about his first impressions on the Dutch defender, Maguire was complimentary.
"Yeah, he’s fitted in really well. He’s come in with a big smile on his face and he’s a really fit lad." He told the club website.
"He’s only trained a couple of times so I’m sure he’ll get used to playing under the new manager, like we all are. He’s going to be a great addition for us.
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"It’s more competition for places and that’s what we need at this club.”
The centre-back is of the belief that bringing more quality in is important to raise the level of the current players.
Meanwhile, Ten Hag has also sung praises for Malacia.
The manager has called the former Feyenoord man the "modern full-back".
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He told club media: “He suits the profile [we were looking for] and most important from every full-back is that he closes the right area.
“He can also take part in the offensive side of our game, and he can do that really well,” he said. “I think he will really contribute to the team.”
The full-back will be hoping to appear in his first game for United tomorrow when they play Liverpool in their opening pre-season fixture.
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He was not in the team which looked to be training in shape in one drill, but will likely play a part as the players look to get to match fitness ahead of the new season.
There is a host of games following tomorrow where Malacia can show his talents to the manager and fans.
He will be hoping to push Luke Shaw, who is considered the starting left-back at United.
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Alex Telles will likely depart the club if a sensible offer for him comes in this summer.
Topics: Manchester United, Tyrell Malacia, Erik Ten Hag, Harry Maguire, Football, Liverpool
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