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Adnan januzaj

Birthdate: 05 Feb 1995
Birthplace: Brussels, Belgium
Position: Winger
Joined United: 01 Jul 2011
International: Belgium
United Debut: 11 Aug 2013 v Wigan (N)

Adnan Januzaj is a creative force, able to pull the strings in an advanced midfield position and carve out openings with dynamic wing-play when finding himself on the flanks. A beautifully-balanced player, it is obvious to see why he is so highly regarded at Manchester United.

After a fantastic first season in the Reds’ side under David Moyes, Adnan’s second term was not quite as fruitful, with the arrival of Angel Di Maria and the dazzling form of Ashley Young restricting his involvement. Still, the future remains extremely bright for Januzaj who was given the honour of wearing the club’s no. 11 shirt following the retirement of club legend Ryan Giggs, and the young charge deserves credit for knuckling down and working hard behind closed doors. His improved physique is the obvious by-product of his hard graft, something that he will surely reap the benefits of before too long.

Januzaj, who signed a new five-year contract with the Reds on 19 October 2013, joined the club in 2011 from Anderlecht, one of the top clubs in Belgium - the country of his birth. Many observers eagerly anticipated him pulling on a red shirt and he did not disappoint, showing off his ability on the ball from the moment he started playing for United at Under-18 level. Playing with an upright style, always looking at the options open to him, he was threatening to become a key figure for Paul McGuinness' team after opening his goal account against Crewe Alexandra.

However, a serious injury abruptly ended his 2011/12 season and meant he was unable to participate in the latter stages of the FA Youth Cup. At least he was given a glimpse of the future when travelling with the Reserves squad for the final match of the club's campaign - the Manchester Senior Cup final at the Etihad Stadium. After forcing his way into the Under-21 side on a regular basis, he earned praise from Sir Alex Ferguson.

"Adnan is a beautifully-balanced player," said Sir Alex. "He's only 18 and has to grow into his frame but he has good balance, good acceleration and is a very good technical player."

Despite performing in some unfamiliar roles, including as a lone striker, Januzaj warmed to the task and was influential in the Barclays Under-21 Premier League success - even if he only found the net once in the competition. Sir Alex handed him a shirt number, 44, and a place on the bench in his final match in charge at West Bromwich Albion.

It was only a matter of time before he made his first outing under Sir Alex's successor, Moyes, and, sure enough, the new manager included the teenager on his first pre-season tour. His impressive form in a handful of friendlies yielded his first-ever senior goal, a header in the win against Kitchee FC in Hong Kong.

Januzaj went on to make his official - or competitive - United debut as a substitute during the 2-0 triumph over Wigan Athletic in the Community Shield at Wembley. His bow for the club proved to be the springboard for the young Belgian, whose campaign would go from strength to strength as he became an ever more important part of the Reds' starting XI.

He scored his first goals for the club in the 2-1 win over Sunderland in October and the memorable brace, which included a stunning volleyed winner, prompted team-mate Michael Carrick to comment: "Those were two great finishes; he's got a great attitude and lots of ability. He looks a proper player."

Following a barnstorming arrival into the Reds first team, he was rewarded with a new five-year contract in October 2013, committing his future to the club that had firmly placed faith in him. Keen to continue his fine form, Adnan bagged another strike for the Reds in the 3-1 win over West Ham in December as the tricky winger helped United to a six-game unbeaten run over the hectic festive period. He also appeared in all seven January fixtures, chipping in with two assists.

A sensational opening season for the boy-wonder came to a close with further positives as Januzaj received a call-up to Marc Wilmots' Belgium squad for the 2014 World Cup. Though his opportunities were limited in Brazil, Adnan managed to make his senior debut at a major competition for the Belgians as the winger played 60 minutes in the 1-0 group stage win over South Korea.

He managed 21 appearances in Louis van Gaal's first campaign and showed flashes of his undoubted talent, with one performance against Sunderland, the victims on his full debut, standing out in particular. "I'm still only 20 and that's what people forget," he told MUTV towards the end of the season and that needs bearing in mind as he strives to pin down a regular place in the manager's line-up.

Birthdate: 24 Oct 1985
Birthplace: Croxteth, Liverpool
Position: Striker
Joined United: 31 Aug 2004
Joined From: Everton
International: England
United Debut: 28 Sept 2004 v Fenerbahce (H)

Wayne Rooney is one of only four players to have scored 200 goals for Manchester United, which places him in an elite club alongside fellow Reds legends Sir Bobby Charlton, Denis Law and Jack Rowley.

The striker’s place among the icons of Old Trafford was also secured via his appointment as club captain, an honour afforded to him by new manager Louis van Gaal on the eve of the 2014/15 season.

Upon accepting the armband, Rooney spoke of his immense pride and excitement for the future: "It is a huge honour for me and for my family to be named captain of this great club," he explained. "It is a role I will perform with great pride. Team spirit has always been very high in our dressing room and I am very grateful to the manager for the faith he has shown in me."

The following campaign proved Rooney true to his word as the senior professional helped guide the younger players during a transitional period for the club. He also showcased his versatility throughout the campaign, serving as a pillar of reliability for the Reds’ new boss who felt comfortable trusting the forward up front, just behind the striker and even in midfield. However, despite his constant migrating, the skipper was still a force to be reckoned with on the goalscoring front, adding 13 goals to his tally, to ensure he topped the club's goal charts for 2014/15.

Also captaining England, Rooney is closing in on both club and country records currently held by Sir Bobby Charlton as he remains a key figure, on and off the field. Displaying great maturity, he has earned praise from management and team-mates alike for the manner in which he has handled his increased responsibility.

Of course, it cannot be forgotten that it was as an exciting teenager that he burst onto the Old Trafford stage in September 2004, netting a wonderful hat-trick on his debut in a Champions League tie with Fenerbahce. Perhaps his performance wasn't that surprising, given the enormous pedigree he had amassed since making a lasting impression on now-Academy manager Paul McGuinness some years earlier.

In an Under-9s match between United and Everton, McGuinness remembers: "Rooney scored the perfect bicycle kick, which for a kid of eight or nine years old was really something special." It merely hinted at what was to follow and, of course, it was a trick he would repeat on the biggest of stages in the Manchester derby, netting a goal that will be repeated forever more.

By the end of the 2004/05 campaign, his first in a red shirt after signing from boyhood club Everton, Rooney had amassed 17 goals in 43 appearances, and was rightly named PFA Young Player of the Year. Rooney’s second season at Old Trafford again saw him take huge strides. He ended the season with 19 goals in 48 matches and was voted both Sir Matt Busby Player of the Year by fans and PFA Young Player of the Year (again) by his fellow professionals, with United clinching the Carling Cup.

Despite a difficult World Cup with England in summer 2006, Rooney went on to net 23 times for United as the Reds lifted a first English title in four years. Cristiano Ronaldo stole all the headlines in 2007/08, but Rooney chipped in with another 18 goals. His exciting strike partnership with 19-goal Carlos Tevez was one of the key factors in the Reds' Premier League and Champions League double triumph and cemented his iconic status at Old Trafford. But it's not just Wayne's goals that make him stand out.

A tireless worker, Rooney gives 100 per cent on the pitch and can't stand losing. They are traits that have, from time to time in the past, landed him in hot water, but everybody recognises his immense passion and will to win. The striker's ability to adapt is an attribute often overlooked. Although most at home leading the line or playing just behind a main striker, Rooney has also delivered from out wide on numerous occasions. With pace to burn and an eye for a long, raking pass, Rooney's just as effective creating chances as he is taking them.

That said, goals are Rooney's bread and butter and not even the arrival of Dimitar Berbatov at Old Trafford in September 2008 could diminish Rooney's potency. Indeed, the pair forged a strong partnership up front and, in January 2009, Wayne embarked on a scoring run that saw him net in five consecutive league games. A month earlier, he stole the show in Japan as United lifted the FIFA Club World Cup, thanks to his winner in the final and a brace off the bench in the semi.

There was more success to follow in 2008/09 as the England striker picked up his third league winners' medal with the Reds in May. Sadly, however, Rooney and United couldn't add another European title as Barcelona ran out victorious in the Champions League final in Rome.

The striker began the 2009/10 campaign in fine fettle and, in the 5-0 thrashing of Wigan in August, he fired his 100th and 101st goals for the club. Come May, that tally was 131 as Rooney appeared, at times, to steer the Reds almost single-handedly through both domestic and European waters. His feats were rewarded with a clutch of individual honours, including the PFA and Football Writers' Player of the Year awards.

Rooney had always displayed remarkable promise: now he had proved the hype was more than justified. In October 2010 he penned a new five-year deal, guaranteeing his long-term United future. And while the striker didn't reach anything near top form until the second half of 2010/11, his contribution to the Reds' record-breaking 19th league title was undeniable. When it mattered most, Rooney was there to bang in the goals and drive United towards glory. He dragged Sir Alex's men back from 2-0 down to net a hat-trick in United's 4-2 win at West Ham and kept his nerve to slot home the penalty at Ewood Park that ultimately clinched the title.

United’s no.10 continued his role as talisman into the 2011/12 season, forming a formidable partnership with loan-returnee Danny Welbeck before Shinji Kagawa's arrival influenced Rooney’s role and he turned his hand to a deeper midfield brief on numerous occasions in 2012/13, though the inevitable drop in goals was mitigated by the impact of 30-goal Robin van Persie. And Wayne still scored 12 times in the league, including two in December’s pivotal Manchester derby win, as United stormed to the title again.

His goalscoring exploits continued in 2013/14, as he reached 200 goals for the Reds in all competitions with a Champions League brace against Bayer Leverkusen. In February 2014, during his 10th season at Old Trafford, he put pen to paper on a new five-and-a-half-year contract.

Rooney found the net 19 times in total to finish as the club's top scorer, including a stunning 60-yard strike at West Ham, which was later voted United's Goal of the Season. He followed this up with his first World Cup finals effort for England, in a 2-1 defeat to Uruguay.

With another important season for both club and country on the horizon, he will have Charlton's records firmly in his sights even if his chief priority remains getting his hands on his first piece of silverware as skipper.

Birthdate: 05 Dec 1995
Birthplace: Massy, France
Position: Striker
Joined United: 01 Sep 2015
Joined From: AS Monaco
International: France
United Debut: 12 Sep 2015 v Liverpool (H)

A forward who is often compared to Premier League legend Thierry Henry, another former Monaco man, Anthony Martial is widely regarded as one of the most highly-rated young players in Europe.

The 19-year-old was initially preparing for France's international friendly with Portugal before flying to Manchester to join United, his third club in professional football after Olympique Lyonnais and AS Monaco.

Martial began his career in the junior ranks of CO Les Ulis, where Henry and former Old Trafford favourite Patrice Evra both started their illustrious careers. At the age of 14, Martial joined Lyon and became a regular for the France Under-16s, scoring nine goals in 17 games. More strikes followed for the Under-17s (nine in 13 games) and Under-18s (three in four games) as his reputation continued to soar at international level. Domestically, he also plundered over 30 goals for Lyon's Under-17s as it became difficult to contain the hype surrounding his promise.

Although he broke into the Lyon team in 2012/13, making four appearances, more experienced strikers such as Lisandro Lopez, Alexandre Lacazette and Bafetimbi Gomis, who scored the winner for Swansea City against United in August 2015, naturally barred the way to the starting XI. However, Martial's excellent potential was so obvious Monaco paid €5million for his signature in a transfer that rocked French football.

The attackers competing for a starting place included Radamel Falcao but Anthony still managed 11 league appearances, scoring twice as the team finished runners-up behind Paris Saint-Germain in Ligue 1.

Falcao's loan switch to Old Trafford at the beginning of 2014/15 enabled Martial to take over the mantle as the main striker and he responded with nine goals, while also only missing three league fixtures all season. Monaco later finished third and even reached the Champions League quarter-finals.

Although Martial did not score in Europe, he did set up a goal for former Reds striker Dimitar Berbatov and impressed against United's Premier League rivals Arsenal in the competition's second round. The performance at the Emirates Stadium was one of his finest as the Gunners suffered a shock 3-1 defeat.

Martial was already off the mark in 2015/16 before joining United, after netting for Monaco against Young Boys in the Champions League qualifiers. When his club exited the competition at the hands of Valencia, it reportedly opened the door to broker a departure for a player who had only signed a new contract in early July.

He is capable of playing as a right-sided attacker and his youth-team pedigree suggests he will become more prolific in front of goal as he matures. A fan of Brazilians including Ronaldo and Sonny Anderson as a schoolboy, he has elements of South American-style flair in his game and should prove popular with fans.

Birthdate: 28 Apr 1988
Birthplace: Burgos, Spain
Position: Attacking midfielder
Joined United: 25 Jan 2014
Joined From: Chelsea
International: Spain
United Debut: 28 Jan 2014 v Cardiff City (H)

Juan Mata exudes class, intelligence and panache - and not just with a ball at his feet.

The Reds’ no. 8 asserted himself as one of Louis van Gaal’s key performers during the 2014/15 season, notching 10 goals from midfield, including a stunning overhead kick against Liverpool at Anfield. His display at Merseyside was nothing short of mesmeric and it was performances like these that elevated Juan to the status of a fans' favourite.

It wasn’t all plain sailing however, as the Spaniard did not start a league game between January and March, but his late-season form was one of the main reasons behind the club’s late season charge to fourth spot in the Barclays Premier League.

Mata is an influential performer in any of the three main attacking positions across the pitch behind the lead striker – on either flank or in the no.10 role. A world-class creator and consistent goal-getter, he netted 12 times in all competitions in his debut season with Chelsea in 2011/12, before scoring 11 in the league alone in the following campaign.

However, his game is about more than just attacking from deep to score goals. The Spain international has a sweet left foot, wonderful poise and balance, possesses great vision for a killer pass or wicked cross and is a danger from set-pieces anywhere on the pitch. His creativity sets him apart; few players can match his minutes-per-assist ratio in the division.

At Stamford Bridge, he produced a string of eye-catching displays – notably against United, enjoying a series of duels with fellow countryman, good friend and Reds goalkeeper David De Gea – and he was voted Chelsea's Player of the Year in both full campaigns in West London. These individual awards joined FA Cup, Champions League and Europa League winners' medals in his collection.

At international level, Mata's list of honours is even more impressive. He was among Spain's World Cup and European Championship winners, making one substitute appearance in South Africa 2010 before proving even more influential at Euro 2012 by scoring in the final against Italy. He also captained Spain to European Under-21 Championship glory in 2011 and represented his country at the London 2012 Olympics. Following his move to Manchester from Chelsea in January 2014 - when the Spaniard travelled to the Aon Training Complex by helicopter - his start to life at Old Trafford was equally inspiring.

Juan scored six times and compiled four assists in 15 appearances during his first half-season at the Theatre of Dreams. In addition, the Spaniard was named United's Player of the Month twice, and his free-kick at Newcastle made it onto the shortlist for the club's Goal of the Season Award. Mata was later on target for his country at the 2014 World Cup, finding the net in a 3-0 triumph over Australia, to set himself up nicely for his first full season at United.

Birthdate: 13 Feb 1994
Birthplace: Moordrecht, Netherlands
Position: Winger
Joined United: 12 Jun 2015
Joined From: PSV Eindhoven
International: Netherlands
United Debut: 8 Aug 2015 v Tottenham (H)
Appearances: 30

An exciting and unpredictable talent with limitless potential, Memphis Depay looks every inch a star performer tailor made for the biggest stage.

Never lacking self-confidence, the raw recruit has a clear goal – to become one of the best footballers in the world – and is taking rapid strides towards fulfilling this ambition by swatting defensive adversaries aside and clearing any obstacles that come his way.

Finding a coach in Louis van Gaal who invested faith in his abilities enabled him to make a real splash at the 2014 World Cup in Brazil for the Netherlands when he announced himself to the watching millions with a fearlessness youth can often engender. Seemingly lacking any nerves despite the occasion, he sparkled when introduced as a substitute against Australia in the group stages. Not only did he set up a goal for Robin van Persie but he blasted in the winner himself and also found the net against Chile in Sao Paulo to further enhance a growing reputation.

Memphis, the name he wears on the back of his shirt, started the quarter-final tie with Costa Rica but it proved to be his last involvement at the tournament as van Gaal’s side ultimately finished third after losing 4-2 in a penalty shoot-out to Argentina in the semi-finals. Yet nothing could stop the Dutch juggernaut on his path to more stardom, as he proceeded to become leading goalscorer in PSV Eindhoven's Eredivisie title-winning campaign in 2014/15. Although not an out-and-out striker, his ability to penetrate from the left-hand side and unleash unstoppable right-footed shots caused nightmares for opposition defences.

Also a mean striker of a dead ball, Memphis delivered plenty of tricks and assists and was the undisputed star of the show at PSV, the club he joined from Sparta Rotterdam as a schoolboy. The step up to Old Trafford, following in the footsteps of Ji-sung Park, Jaap Stam and Ruud van Nistelrooy, should not faze him – even if it will surely require a period of acclimatisation to life in the Premier League.

At least he will find van Gaal in charge of the Reds, somebody who has already been a hugely positive influence from their time together at international level. Indeed, the United manager was instrumental in ensuring Paris Saint Germain were beaten to the punch in securing his signature once PSV gave their consent to a lucrative transfer. Furthermore, Netherlands colleagues Daley Blind and Robin van Persie can help him settle into life at the Aon Training Complex.

While many pundits and ex-players have been right to indicate there will be extra pressure on his shoulders in England, his career trajectory suggests there is no great cause for doubt. A virtuoso display against Spain at Ajax’s Amsterdam ArenA in March, during a 2-0 triumph for Guus Hiddink’s side, dismissed any notion that the World Cup fireworks could have been a flash in the pan. Another eye-catching performance for his country against USA, in the wake of the announcement that he would be joining United, served only to increase the anticipation for the Reds fans watching his wing wizardry live on MUTV.

Memphis is very much a modern footballer, radiating star status. United offers him the perfect platform to achieve all of his goals and there is reason to expect it can become the perfect combination. It certainly promises to be explosive and the Old Trafford faithful are already preparing to embrace a new hero.

Birthdate: 20 Mar 1990
Birthplace: La Plate, Argentina
Position: Defender
Joined United: 20 Aug 2014
Joined From: Sporting Lisbon
International: Argentina
United Debut: 14 Sept 2014 v QPR (H)
Appearances: 37

Marcos Rojo is an aggressive, accomplished Argentinian defender with a tough-tackling style that is proving popular among fans at Old Trafford.

The South American has as much fondness for physical challenges as he does for tattoos, with ‘Pride’ and ‘Glory’ inked on his thighs to send out a warning to any strikers feeling particularly brave.

Unfortunately, his debut season at Manchester United was littered with injuries - including a dislocated shoulder in the Manchester derby - and he could only register 26 appearances in all competitions, although he did score once in a 3-0 win over Cambridge United in the FA Cup.

Rojo came to Louis van Gaal's attention when he starred at the 2014 World Cup, where he played in six of his country's seven games and only missed the quarter-final win over Belgium due to suspension. The defender also scored his first-ever international goal during Argentina's 3-2 group-stage win over Nigeria and respected analysts Castrol Index even selected him in their official Team of the Tournament with an average rating of 9.5 out of 10.

Argentina head coach Alessandro Sabella had previously worked with Rojo during their time together at Estudiantes, winning the Copa Libertadores in 2009 and the Torneo Apertura the following year. A transfer to Europe and Spartak Moscow followed, although the youngster struggled to settle in Russia with Nemanja Vidic’s former club. Nonetheless, senior international recognition with Argentina was still forthcoming and he competed at the Copa America as he proved his value at the highest level.

A switch to Sporting was sealed in the summer of 2012 for a fee of around £3.5million and, after adapting to life in the Portuguese league, he excelled throughout the 2013/14 campaign and impressed in a side that finished runners-up to Benfica.

Although regularly playing at left-back for Argentina, Rojo was often deployed in the middle of Sporting Lisbon’s defence and is suited to playing as part of a three-man backline - which has of course benefitted Louis van Gaal's 3-5-2 formation at United.

Rojo - whose surname translates from Spanish to ‘Red’ - became the fourth Argentinian to join United by following in the footsteps of former Estudiantes team-mate Juan Sebastian Veron, Gabriel Heinze and Carlos Tevez. A left-sided performer capable of operating in the middle or at full-back, he will link up with the team following the 2015 Copa America in Chile.

Birthdate: 21 Feb 1992
Birthplace: Preston, Lancashire
Position: Defender
Joined United: 01 Jul 2011
Joined From: Blackburn Rovers
International: Enghland
United Debut: 7 Aug 2011 v Man City (N)
Appearances: 141

Phil Jones benefited from being versatile during his first three seasons at Manchester United but, in 2014/15, he was able to assert his authority in his preferred position of centre-back. In fact, the England international did not start a match in any other position during Louis van Gaal's maiden campaign as manager, which is perhaps ironic considering the Dutchman's declared admiration for “multi-functional” players.

Jones did, however, have to adapt to van Gaal's different formations, including one which featured just three men at the back. “We’ve learned his way of playing and what he wants in every game,” Phil explained midway through the season. “The demands are high, especially in training, but it’s what we needed and everyone has responded well to it. There’s a buzz about the place.”

Injuries unfortunately hampered Jones during 2014/15 and limited him to just 22 appearances in all competitions, his lowest tally in four years with United. No doubt he will be determined to retain full fitness throughout 2015/16 and help provide a solid foundation as the Reds chase glory at home and in Europe. The signing of a new long-term contract in June emphasised his importance to the cause.

It's hard to believe that only five years have passed since Jones broke into Blackburn Rovers' first team in March 2010. It soon became clear that the Lancashire club had an exceptional young talent on their hands. An eye-catching debut against Chelsea brought inevitable comparisons with Blues skipper John Terry, as the robust defender swiftly handled the elevation in class and dealt admirably with some of the biggest names in the country.

Wayne Rooney admitted Jones was one of his toughest opponents in 2010/11, and his performances against the Reds in consecutive seasons certainly showed him to be a player who loves the art of defending under pressure. Sir Alex noted Jones' determination at Old Trafford, haranguing his older team-mates as Blackburn were being clobbered 7-1, and was convinced that he was a United player in the making. The former manager beat off competition from other top clubs to land his man in the summer of 2011.

With United's defence beset by sweeping injury misfortune at different stages of 11/12, Jones was able to put in a number of accomplished displays at centre-half and right-back, while occasionally lending his talents to a moonlighting role in central midfield.

The Reds' defensive injury curse claimed Jones at various points in his debut campaign, and also robbed him of almost half a season in 2012/13. The youngster didn't appear in the first team until midway through the campaign due to back and knee injuries, and he subsequently suffered ankle damage after a typically whole-hearted challenge against Reading's Jobi McAnuff. He returned to the side, however, to help United win the Premier League title for his first silverware at Old Trafford.

Jones was a regular in the Reds' backline during 2013/14, making 39 appearances in total. He also scored his first goal in almost two years, against Norwich City in the League Cup – one of three strikes during the campaign. A series of consistent displays earned him a place in the England squad for the World Cup, where he played the full 90 minutes as the Three Lions drew 0-0 with Costa Rica. More international tournament football beckons in the 2016 European Championship but he has a big season first with the Reds to approach with confidence.

Birthdate: 07 Nov 1990
Birthplace: Madrid, Spain
Position: Goalkeeper
Joined United: 01 Jul 2011
Joined From: Atletico Madrid
International: Spain
United Debut: 7 Aug 2011 v Man City (N)

David De Gea signed a new four-year contract with United, with an option for a further year, following a summer of intense speculation regarding Real Madrid's well-documented pursuit of his signature.

With a move failing to be processed before the summer transfer window's deadline, the 24-year-old agreed fresh terms at Old Trafford on 11 September after being left out of the opening six games of the campaign due to the uncertainty surrounding his future. The news was greeted with great fanfare by the club's support as the Reds retained the services of one of the best goalkeepers in the world.

For the Spaniard, the 2014/15 season mirrored the previous campaign - with him winning two Player of the Year awards in May but again no team silverware to show for his superb efforts between Manchester United's posts.

The collective did improve, however, with Louis van Gaal leading the club back into the Champions League places and De Gea playing a key part in achieving this objective. The Spanish goalkeeper only missed the final match of the season, away to Hull City due to a hamstring injury, and the top-four finish was already assured by then.

De Gea kept 10 clean sheets in his 37 league appearances and even in games when he did concede a goal, he was often heralded as the difference between United winning the game and not. The home matches against Everton in October 2014 and Stoke City in early December, both of which ended 2-1 to United, were particularly fine examples of this. It seems frustrated opposition strikers may have voted him into the PFA Premier League Team of the Year, in which he was United's sole representative.