Video: Smalling steps up

Manchester United’s most recent signing from Fulham has enjoyed an incredible rise to the top level of the game.

Four years ago, Chris Smalling was playing non-league football. Now, following a brief spell at Craven Cottage, he’s an England international and has established himself as a versatile and important member of Sir Alex Ferguson’s title-chasing squad.

The 22-year-old is a centre-back by trade but has made several valuable contributions at full-back this term – and he’s also happy to get forward to support the attack.

Our video looks back at the Londoner's promising first 20 months in the red shirt.

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