New Man United Signing Reveals Robin Van Persie Played Role in Old Trafford Move

• Dutch star Tyrell Malacia has revaled that it was always his dream to join Manchester United at one point in his career
• Malacia sealed a switch to Old Trafford from Feyenoord earlier in the week becoming the club's first signing of the summer window
• The 22-year-old has now detailed Robin van Persie's role in his decision to choose Man United over Lyon
• The full-back is expected to rival Luke Shaw and Alex Telles for a spot in the squad under Erik ten Hag

Man United's first summer signing, Tyrell Malacia, has spoken for the first time after sealing his Old Trafford move.

Malacia was initially slated to join French giants Lyon before the Red Devils hijacked the transfer in a move that saw him join the Premier League side instead.

According to Mirror UK, United secured the services of the 22-year-old Dutch international from Feyenoord in a £13million deal.

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Malacia reveals Robin van Persie's role in Man United move

The Dutchman has now revealed that former Man United striker Robin van Persie actually played a role in his decision to choose the Red Devils over Lyon.

According to Malacia, he sought the opinion of the legendary Premier League forward on what it would mean for him to move to Old Trafford.

“I talked to him (Van Persie) about the club and the city. About places to live," the youngster told Dutch newspaper De Telegraaf.

Incidentally, Malacia, just like Van Persie, also went through Feyenoord's academy as he grew through the ranks.

“He (Van Persie) was a lad who came from the academy at Feyenoord, too - just like me. That's why I got an extra feeling with this club," the Netherlands international divulged.

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Malacia, who plays as a left-back, will now be competing with Luke Shaw and Alex Telles for a spot in the starting XI.

Ex-Man United keeper wants Old Trafford return

Earlier, Sports Brief reported Sergio Romero is considering a sensational return to Manchester United this summer.

The Argentine quit the Red Devils for free about a year ago after spending six seasons with them.

His departure came after falling out of favour, with David de Gea and Dean Henderson ahead of him in the pecking order at the time.

The 35-year-old is currently a free agent once again following Venezia's relegation from Serie A.