MANCHESTER UNITED’S new signing Marcel Sabitzer has already had a taste of the Theatre of Dreams - but it was more of a nightmare.
Austrian midfielder Sabitzer, 28, has joined the Red Devils on loan from Bayern Munich until the end of the season.
Sabitzer joined Bayern in the summer of 2021 from RB Leipzig, but has struggled to nail down a regular starting spot.
He has made just seven league starts this season, the last of which came against Borussia Dortmund in October.
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However, Christian Eriksen's injury means Sabitzer could slot straight into the United team - although he will not be eligible to make his bow against Nottingham Forest in the Carabao Cup tonight.
That means that his debut could come against Crystal Palace this Saturday.
However, Sabitzer will be desperately hoping his next outing at Old Trafford will be better than his last.
The star was part of RB Leipzig’s side that suffered a 5-0 defeat to United in the Champions League group stage back in 2020.
Despite only coming off the bench that night, he still ended up with his name going into the referee’s notepad.
And he also got booked during his one other appearance against his new employers, although that was a much more enjoyable evening for him.
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In the return group game, Leipzig not only won 3-2, Sabitzer even provided an assist for his team’s early opener.
Speaking upon joining United, Sabitzer said: "Sometimes in life you have to make quick and important decisions.
"From the moment I heard about this opportunity I knew it was right for me. I am a competitive player; I want to win and help the club achieve its aims this season.
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"I feel that I am at my peak as a player, and that I can contribute a lot of experience and energy to the squad.
"I’m excited to start with my new teammates and manager and to show my qualities to Manchester United fans."
