Aaron Wan-Bissaka has completed his €55M move to Manchester United. The 21-year-old has signed a five-year deal with an option of a further year.
Bissaka picked up both the fans’ player of the year award and also the players’ player of the year award in his first full season for Crystal Palace.
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer surely rates him highly to award him with such a long-term deal, and fans will hope he can go on to fulfill his tremendous potential.
Speaking of the deal, Wan-Bissaka said: “It’s an unbelievable feeling and an honour to call myself a Manchester United player and something I know that only a small number of players have the privilege to say.
“I can’t wait to get going and integrated into the squad. I will have a short break now after the European Championships but I’m looking forward to starting training with the manager and my new team-mates on the pre-season tour.”
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer said, “Aaron is one of the best upcoming defenders in the Premier League. He has the right work ethic, talent and mentality to play for Manchester United and he fits exactly the type of player that we are looking to bring into the squad to help us improve and push on further.
“Aaron is a young, hungry player and eager to learn and that’s important at his age. I am delighted he has signed with us and we look forward to continuing his tremendous development so far.”
Crystal Palace to Manchester United(€55M)
United paying €55M, making Wan-Bissaka the club’s fifth-biggest and fourth expensive signing, behind Paul Pogba, Romelu Lukaku, Angel di Maria and Fred.
Despite debuting just last year in the Premier League, Wan-Bissaka is already considered as one of the best full backs,
Topping the last season stats for most tackles won, most interceptions, and most clearances. Wan-Bissaka beat Cesar Azpilicueta, N’Golo Kante and Sergio Busquets, making him most effective tackler in Europe.
Aaron represented England at this year’s UEFA European Under-21 Championship, where he impressed everyone with his excellent performance.
Man United struggled at right-back in 2018/19, with Ashley Young playing there for the majority of the season. Wan-Bissaka is expected to replace him.
