Facundo Pellistri’s Highlights On Manchester United Under-23s Debut Shows Exactly Why Fans Are Excited

Manchester United new boy Facundo Pellistri impressed fans on his debut for the Red Devils' under-23s side in their 2-1 victory over Everton.

The Red Devils splashed out a reported €10m to land the 18-year-old Uruguayan winger from Penarol earlier this month.

And Pellistri has been tipped as one for the future by United boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, who called him a "real talent for the long term."

Fans have wasted no time in creating more buzz around the youngster after highlights of his performance emerged from United's under-23 clash on Friday.

Pellistri showed off his fancy footwork and willingness to take players head-on in challenges, as well as picking out excellent passes to play to his teammates.

However, the former Penarol player had a rough introduction to English football on his debut as he took a two-footed challenge from Con Ouzounidis in the first half.

Speaking of the tackle after the match, United Under-23s manager Neil Wood said: "It was 'welcome to England!'

"But it was great for him to get 90 minutes on the pitch and a first taste of English football. I'm sure he can build from this experience."

Brandon Williams would link up with Pellistri in the match and the 20-year-old United left-back was impressed with the Uruguayan's performance.

"Facundo's done very well since coming in," he told the club's website.

"He doesn't speak that much English but he's learning. He'll kick on from this and I'll be here to help him if I can. I enjoyed playing with him."

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