Crystal Palace goalkeeper Jack Butland has completed his surprise transfer to Manchester United.
The club confirmed Butland’s move to United, with the goalkeeper signing on loan until the rest of the season.
The former England stopper was pictured with Erik ten Hag as he put pen to paper on the deal.
Butland excited by move
Butland previously described United as the biggest club in the world and upon signing for the club, he expressed his excitement at the move.
He said: “This is an amazing club and one that I am now proud to represent. I’m really looking forward to working with an unbelievable goalkeeping group, supporting each other every day to create the best training and playing environment for the team.
“I’ve played against David de Gea and represented England alongside Tom Heaton; they are top-class ‘keepers, and I am relishing the opportunity to compete alongside and support them as team-mates.
“There is a lot that this group can achieve this season and I’m excited to play my part in helping everyone to reach these ambitions.”
Butland also posted on Instagram: “Massive club. massive opportunity. Cannot wait to get started.”
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Butland has played alongside three United players before, and 15 former Red Devils stars.
Manchester United’s director of football John Murtough hailed the move, commenting: “Jack is an excellent goalkeeper with great experience throughout his career. His mentality and personality will be a real asset to our superb group of goalkeepers and the whole squad.”
Erik ten Hag outlined yesterday the importance of the move, as he wanted depth in the goalkeeping department in case of an injury to David de Gea.
United previously had Martin Dubravka on loan from Newcastle, but he was recalled by Eddie Howe’s side on January 1.
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