Elanga: There aren't enough words to say thank you

These are Anthony Elanga's words, posted as part of his emotional tribute to Manchester United, after the Academy graduate's permanent move to Nottingham Forest was confirmed.

The 21-year-old has made the switch to The City Ground ahead of the 2023/24 season, after breaking through into our first team from the youth system.

To say thank you, Anthony posted a touching message on his Instagram account, alongside a video showing his progression from a young boy to the man that now departs the Reds.

"Making my debut, playing over 50 times for the first team, scoring in the Champions League and winning a trophy for this incredible club…. If you told me that all of that would happen when I arrived in England at 11 years old I would have been buzzing," he wrote.

"There are so many players and staff that have played a major role in helping to make those dreams become a reality and supported me into developing into the man that I am today. I will be forever grateful to each and every one of you.

"From the moment that I watched a game from the Stretford End as a young boy I’ve known that United fans are special.

"We’ll always have ‘Rhythm is a dancer’. It meant the world to me and my family every time that we heard that chant. There are not enough words to properly thank you for the unbelievable support.

"It is the right time now for the perfect next step in my career. I’m someone who lives for football and I need to be on the pitch every week doing what I love.

"I’m 100 per cent ready to get started, excited for what comes next and as determined as ever to succeed! Thank you @manchesterunited."

Good luck in your next steps Anthony. We look forward to watching your continued development as a person, and a player.