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Thomas Bristow

Man Utd announce signing of Burnley flop Wout Weghorst on loan for remainder of season

Manchester United have confirmed the loan signing of Wout Weghorst, strengthening Erik ten hag's frontline.

The Burnley striker, who stands tall at 6'4", has left Besiktas and provides United with a different type of forward as they push for Champions League places. Weghorst flattered to deceive at Burnley following a January deadline-day move last year.

Despite a decent goal return at Wolfsburg, the 30-year-old managed just two goals in 20 appearances as the Clarets were relegated to the Championship. At Besiktas, Weghorst fared better this season, plundering nine goals in 18 appearances in Turkey.

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