Anthony Martial Confirms Manchester United Exit After Nine Years

Anthony Martial bid an emotional goodbye to Manchester United following his announcement that he was leaving Old Trafford after nine years.

The 28-year-old French international arrived at the club in a £36 million transfer from Monaco in September 2015. However, he has not featured in a senior match since December due to groin surgery, leading to widespread anticipation of his departure.

In a statement on his official Instagram account, he said: “It’s with great emotion that I write to you today to say goodbye. After nine incredible years at the club, the time has come for me to turn a new page in my career. Since I arrived in 2015, I have had the immense honor of wearing this shirt and playing in front of you, the best supporters in the world! You have been an unwavering support, through the good times and the difficult.”

“Your passion and loyalty have been a constant source of motivation for me. I’d like to thank you from the bottom of my heart for everything you’ve done for me. Your songs, your encouragement, and your love for the club are memories that will remain engraved in my heart forever.”

“I would also like to express my gratitude to all my teammates, technical staff, and all the members of the club I have met during my nine years here. I am proud to have been able to share these experiences with you.” He stated

“Manchester United will always be in my heart. This club has left its mark on my career and offered me an incredible opportunity to play in front of you. I’m leaving to take on new challenges, I’ll always be a Red Devil and I’ll continue to follow the club’s results with passion. Thank you again for everything and see you soon. With all my affection, Anthony Martial.”

Throughout his tenure in England, Martial secured victories in the Carabao Cup, the FA Cup, and the Europa League, yet faced challenges with consistency and fell out of favor under current manager Erik Ten Hag.

Additionally, French defender Raphael Varane declared his departure from United earlier in May.