Manchester United’s Spanish midfielder Ander Herrera has confirmed that he will leave the club at the end of the season, five years since he joined.
The 29-year-old’s contract expired at the end of the June, after which he is expected to join French giants Paris Saint Germain on a free transfer.
Since joining the Red Devils in 2014, Herrera has since gone on to make 189 appearances for the club. Should he feature in the club’s final game on Sunday, he’ll leave with 190 games to his name.
The Spaniard has won the Europa League, FA Cup and Carabao Cup during his time in Manchester, and was also named the club’s Player of the Year for the 2016-17 season.
He confirmed his departure in a video released on Manchester United’s official social media accounts.
“There is red in my heart, I knew it from the first time I played here and in the moment that I started to wear it,” he said.
“A club with thousands of fans that respect and remember all the players who give everything.
“I felt special when I heard my name chanted. I felt proud when the fans decided I was part of this incredible history.
“Every time I represented this club, in every game, in wins and losses, even when I couldn’t help from the grass, I understood what this club means.
“I am going to remember each of the almost 200 matches that I have played with this jersey because playing for the greatest club in England has been a true honour.
“Thanks for these five amazing years.”
A goodbye message from @AnderHerrera. 🔴 #MUFC pic.twitter.com/z56bmBwXa9
— Manchester United (@ManUtd) May 11, 2019
Antonio Valencia will also leave the Old Trafford outfit on a free transfer this summer after the club opted not to trigger an extension in his contract.
With just one more Premier League game before the season wraps up, Manchester United are currently sixth on the standings with 66 points, one below Arsenal.
The Red Devils will host relegated Cardiff City at Old Trafford in their season ender.
