Manchester United’s teenage
starlet Adnan Januzaj has signed a new five-year contract with the club, the
English Premier League champions announced on Saturday.
The
18-year-old Belgium-born winger shot to prominence prior to the international
break when he scored twice to secure a 2-1 win at Sunderland on his full United
debut.
“I’m
delighted that Adnan has committed his future to United,” manager David Moyes
told the club website.
“He
is an outstanding talent and has impressed me consistently since I came to
United in July. His balance, poise and ability to beat players is truly
exceptional for a boy of his age.
“It’s
great that he recognises that this club, with its tradition for developing
young players and giving them a chance on the biggest stage, is the best place
for him to be.”
Januzaj,
who joined United from Belgian side Anderlecht in 2011, said he had never
considered leaving Old Trafford.
“It’s
a great thrill to be able to sign for Manchester United. Since arriving here I
have always felt like this was the right club for me,” he said.
“This
season has been great for me — going on the pre-season tour, making my debut in
the Community Shield win at Wembley and then breaking into the team at
Sunderland. It’s like a dream. I want to work hard now and establish myself as
a Manchester United player.”
Januzaj
is eligible to represent Belgium, Albania, Kosovo, Serbia and Turkey at
international level but has yet to pledge his allegiance to a particular
country.
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