Name: Adnan Januzaj
Date of Birth: 5th Feb 1995
Nationality: Belgian
Position: Midfielder / Winger
Club: Manchester United
Sir Alex Ferguson
last month tipped that Adnan Januzaj would make a breakthrough at the club, and
just two days after winning the title Adnan was registered in the league and
was given the squad number 44, a well-deserved reward after his impressive season
in the academy.
The
Belgium born 18-year-old was signed from Anderlecht in 2011. Januzaj is a left
footed player who plays on the right flank. His vision is something that has
impressed Sir Alex Ferguson and also he is good at Set Pieces. After a poor display by the wingers this
season, Adnan might even get his first debut before the end of the season.
Januzaj
is one of the skinniest players in the squad but is always up for challenges
even if the opponent is twice his size. One of the most technically gifted
players in the squad, probably the reason why he is loved by Sir Alex. Adnan
has his contract till 2015 which makes sure that United need not fear of any
similar situation as that of Ravel Morrison or Paul Pogba any soon.
Sir
Alex on Adnan: “Adnan is a beautifully balanced player;
He’s only 18 and still to grow into his frame. But he has good balance, good
acceleration and he’s a very good technical player.”
Warren
Joyce (Reserves Coach) on Adnan: “Adnan is still
developing but there’s no doubt he’s got talent too. He’s got a good
footballing brain and a good touch. We’re trying to get him stronger and fitter
and he’s getting to know the Manchester United style of play as well.”
RATINGS:
Passing: 8 out of 10
Shooting: 7 out of 10
Crossing: 7 out of 10
Vision: 9 out of 10
Heading: 5 out of 10
Sprinting: 7 out of 10
Dribbling: 8 out of 10
Ball
Control: 8 out of 10
Current
Ability: 7 out of 10
Potential
Ability: 9 out of 10
TOTAL: 75 out of 100
(Ratings given by @manutdreserves*twitter account*. He follows almost every game of
the reserves and academy. He says, “I have said from the very first
game I saw him play that he will be a future first team player. I’m not one for
rushing kids into the first team but if you’re good enough, you’re old enough.
He has a huge future ahead in my opinion”)
SKILLS:
1.
Free Kick:
2.
Vision:
