Anthony Martial: Man United Star Announces Old Trafford Exit With Emotional Message to the Fans

Anthony Martial: Man United Star Announces Old Trafford Exit With Emotional Message to the Fans

Fred Kennedy
updated at May 28, 2024 at 3:11 AM
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  • Anthony Martial has announced his Manchester United exit after nine years
  • The forward posted a statement on social media to announce his departure
  • Martial, who joined United in 2015, made over 300 appearances for the club

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Manchester United striker Anthony Martial has officially announced he is leaving the club this summer.

The Frenchman has spent nine years at Old Trafford, having joined United in 2015 from Monaco.

However, his career with the Red Devils has been littered by mixed fortunes, with injuries taking a huge toll on his progress.

Anthony Martial has endured an injury-ridden campaign since he joined Man United in 2015. Photo by Craig Mercer.
Anthony Martial has endured an injury-ridden campaign since he joined Man United in 2015. Photo by Craig Mercer.
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According to Euro Sport, Martial last played for the Manchester club in a 3-0 home defeat against Bournemouth in December 2023.

He has since spent the entire period sidelined with an injury, with his best campaign coming in 2015/16 when he finished as the club's top scorer with 17 goals across competitions.

Martial announces Old Trafford exit

The 28-year-old has since confirmed his departure, ending speculation about his future at the Theatre of Dreams.

The France international took to social media to make the announcement in an emotional message to the fans.

“Dear Manchester United fans. It’s with great emotion that I write to you today to say goodbye. After nine incredible years at the club, the time has come for me to turn a new page in my career," his statement said in part.
“I'd like to thank you from the bottom of my heart for everything you've done for me. Your songs, your encouragement and your love for the club are memories that will remain engraved in my heart forever," he continued.

Martial made over 300 appearances for the Red Devils during his spell with the club, scoring 90 goals in the process.

The former Monaco ace won the FA Cup, Europa League, and the League Cup during his stint with the Manchester club.

Andre Onana safe from Man United axe

Earlier, Sports Brief also reported on Man United adding Andre Onana to their four-man shortlist of players they are unwilling to sell this summer.

The Red Devils are expected to embark on a major squad overhaul that could see a number of top names let go.

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