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George Smith

Wout Weghorst hints at what has surprised him about his Manchester United loan spell

Striker Wout Weghorst admits that he is "incredibly proud and happy" by the number of games he's played since joining Manchester United in January.

The Netherlands international, 30, was drafted in on loan for the remainder of the season from Championship leaders Burnley, as United pursued a replacement for Cristiano Ronaldo. He was on loan at Besiktas when the Reds registered their interest, a deal that was supposed to keep him in Turkey for the full season.

Despite United's interest in his signature generating an overriding feeling of surprise, Weghorst has become a permanent fixture in manager Erik ten Hag's plans. He has started all of the 18 matches he has been available for since joining the club but has scored a paltry two goals.

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