Ex-Reds Welcome Herrera

A host of former Manchester United players have welcomed the signing of Spanish midfielder Ander Herrera, following his arrival on a four-year contract from Athletic Club.
The 24-year-old scored 11 goals in 128 appearances for the Basque team and, most recently, helped them to a fourth-placed finish in La Liga. Now that his transfer to Old Trafford is complete, MUTV caught up with four fans’ favourites to gather their thoughts on the deal…

Andy Ritchie: “I think it is a fantastic signing, we have been after him for a while and he has been on our radar. I have been impressed with him. We all know that we needed midfield players and I think we have got one now that is a real talent and is still quite young. We are going to get a lot of games out of him and longevity, which is something that Manchester United always look for. I think we are going to get that in Ander Herrera.”

Alex Stepney: “We have been looking for midfield players for the last couple of seasons, since Paul Scholes finished. I think it's a great signing. Let's hope he hits the ground running. We have got to hit the ground running and everyone has to be moving in the same direction. This is something that will boost everybody from the supporters, to the club and his team-mates.”

Kevin Moran: “Well, we certainly needed a midfielder and somebody of his quality will definitely be an asset. People around Old Trafford might not know too much about him but, by all accounts, he has the pedigree that is needed. I hope it is the first of a few signings. I certainly think it is needed and he is at the right age. He has got the legs that we need in midfield.”

David May: “We have been crying out for a top-class midfielder and, when I have watched him, he has been the real deal. He is the perfect age as well at 24. It will help to have David De Gea and Juan Mata here, I am sure they have already spoken to him about what the club is all about and how big it is, the fans and their passion. He'll be a fantastic addition.”