Daniel James has admitted his sadness that his dad was not alive to see him complete his dream £18 million move to Manchester United.
After news that the clubs had agreed terms three weeks ago, United confirmed today that James has signed a five-year deal, subject to international clearance.
Welcome to the #MUFC family, @Daniel_James_97 :wave: pic.twitter.com/VDrSQooZPk
- Manchester United (@ManUtd) June 12, 2019
Signed, sealed, delivered - he's ours! ✍️@Daniel_James_97 #MUFC pic.twitter.com/6RoVm7JYNQ
- Manchester United (@ManUtd) June 12, 2019
Our new signing in #MUFC colours! :red_circle::white_circle::black_circle:
You love to see it :sunglasses: pic.twitter.com/O4I0xOFfpK
- Manchester United (@ManUtd) June 12, 2019
I'm very proud to join the biggest football club in the world. This is a new and exciting chapter in my life and I can't wait to get started. Thank you to everyone who has shown faith in me. Hard work starts now! :red_circle::white_circle::black_circle: @ManUtd #MUFC pic.twitter.com/SRHdNpvLLI
- Daniel James (@Daniel_James_97) June 12, 2019
In signing for United the 21-year old has realised a childhood dream but it's mixed emotions for James as his father died suddenly aged 60 prior to the transfer going through.
Everyone at Swansea City has been saddened to hear of the sudden passing of Daniel James' father.
Everyone at the football club send their condolences and our thoughts are with Daniel and his family at this sad time. pic.twitter.com/HGu0PWzTtf
- Swansea City AFC (@SwansOfficial) May 23, 2019
Speaking to the official United website, James said: "This is one of the best days of my life and a challenge I am really looking forward to. The Premier League is the best league in the world and Manchester United is the perfect place for me to continue to develop as a player.
"This is an incredibly proud moment for me and my family, however, it is tinged with sadness that my father isn't able to share this experience with us. I am looking forward to working with Ole, meeting the team and getting started."
United gave the Welshman and his family time to grieve after the sad and unexpected loss, while the Welsh FA allowed him extra time away before he joined up with the national team.
James, a former Shrewsbury Town loanee, scored six and registered 10 assists for Swansea last season. Manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer hailed the signing of the speed demon and tipped him to achieve great things at the club.
The goal scored by @Daniel_James_97 for @SwansOfficial sounds much better with South American commentary pic.twitter.com/nIhnazfpUv
- steve (@mirkobolesan) February 17, 2019
Solskjaer said: "Daniel is an exciting young winger with lots of skills, vision, exceptional pace and a good work ethic. He had a great season with Swansea City and has all the attributes needed to become a Manchester United player.
"We are delighted he has signed with our club and we are all looking forward to working with him. This is the perfect environment for Daniel to continue his development."
James will go from pocketing £4,000-a-week to earning a massive £67,000-a-week and has the option of an extra year on his United deal.
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