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Steven Railston

Erik ten Hag explains why Wout Weghorst makes Manchester United debut vs Crystal Palace

Erik ten Hag has handed Wout Weghorst his Manchester United debut against Crystal Palace because 'he fits good' with the team's attackers.

Weghorst, 30, signed for United on a six-month loan deal last week but the transfer was not complete in time for him to feature in the Manchester derby. Anthony Martial was the only recognised striker at the club and Weghorst has been signed for goals.

The Dutchman was on loan at Besiktas until the end of this season, but United paid the Turkish club £2.6million, via Burnley, to terminate their agreement with the Clarets early, which allowed him to complete the switch to Old Trafford.

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