Manchester United have completed the loan signing of Netherlands international Wout Weghorst from Championship club Burnley until June 2023.
United confirmed the transfer in a statement on their website on Friday night.
The statement from United read:“Manchester United is pleased to confirm that Wout Weghorst has joined the club on loan from Burnley until June 2023.
“The Dutch striker has been on loan at Besiktas this season, scoring nine goals and assisting four times in 18 appearances. He has made 414 club appearances in the Netherlands, Germany, England and Turkey, scoring 172 goals.
“He has 19 full international caps for the Dutch national team, scoring five goals, including two at the 2022 Qatar World Cup.
Also Read: Osimhen Bags Brace, Provides Assist As Napoli Thrash Juventus 5-1 To Go 10 Points Clear
Speaking on his move to United Weghorst said: “I feel privileged to be joining Manchester United. I’ve played against the club in the past and it’s a fantastic feeling to now have the chance to pull on the famous red shirt. I’ve seen United’s progress under Erik ten Hag this season and can’t wait to start playing my part in pushing the team towards its aims.
“Whatever happens in the next few months, I can promise to give everything to the club for as long as I am here.
“I thank everyone who has played a part in getting me to this stage, and now I am looking forward to meeting my new team-mates and getting involved straight away.”
