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Published 15:31 IST, May 11th 2019

Manchester United confirms Ander Herrera's exit

English football club Manchester United on Saturday, May 11 confirmed that midfielder Ander Herrera will leave the club this summer

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English football club Manchester United on Saturday, May 11 confirmed that midfielder Ander Herrera will leave the club this summer.

"There is red in my heart, I knew it from the first time I played here and in the moment that I first started to wear it. A club with thousands of fans that respect and remember all the players who give everything," Herrera said in a video message posted by Manchester United's Twitter handle.

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"I felt special when I heard my name chanted, I felt proud when the fans decided I was part of this incredible history. Every time I represented this club in wins and losses even when I couldn't help from the grass. I understood what this club means. I am going to remember each of the almost 200 matches that I played in this jersey. Because playing for the greatest club in England has been a true honour. Thanks for these five amazing years," he added.

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The Spanish midfielder's contract was all set to expire at the end of this season and he has failed to reach an agreement with the club over an extension.

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There are speculations that the footballer can be seen joining the Paris Saint-German (PSG) club.

Herrera had joined United in 2014 and with him, the team has won the FA Cup, EFL Club, and Europa League during his time at the club.

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The player is all set to make his final appearance for the team against Cardiff City in the Premier League on Sunday, May 14.

15:31 IST, May 11th 2019