• Premier League

Young taking nothing for granted at Old Trafford

ESPN staff
September 9, 2011

Watch Bolton v Man Utd at 4.45pm BST on Saturday 10th September on ESPN in the UK. To subscribe to ESPN, visit www.espn.co.uk/tv or call 0844 324 1540.

Ashley Young is still looking over his shoulder at Manchester United, despite making such an impressive start to life with the Red Devils.

England international Young joined United for £15 million from Aston Villa this summer, and has adjusted to life at Old Trafford rapidly.

He has contributed two Premier League goals - both in the 8-2 mauling of Arsenal - and four assists, inspiring United to a 100% start to the season.

But with the likes of Ryan Giggs, Park Ji-Sung and Antonio Valencia breathing down his neck, Young knows that he faces a battle to remain in the champions' starting XI.

"The atmosphere round the place is terrific, I feel like I've been welcomed with open arms," Young told ESPN. "I've fitted into the squad straight away, and it's easy to fit in here.

"Everyone's got that winning mentality and they're fighting for places - you're always kept on your toes."

© ESPN Sports Media Ltd.
Close

ABOUT COOKIES

To help make this website better, to improve and personalize your experience and for advertising purposes, are you happy to accept cookies and other technologies.

More Info Here Cookie Choices