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Biography
Born in the Uruguayan capital of Montevideo, Pellistri is an exciting winger with bags of potential, who has been described as a ‘rascal’ on the pitch.
He spent his junior career with La Picada and River Plate Montevideo before linking up with Penarol in 2018, earning a senior debut under former Reds striker and 2010 World Cup Golden Ball-winner Diego Forlan at the tender age of 17, in a game against Defensor Sporting in August 2019. Forlan counted upon the wide man, who made 20 appearances throughout the campaign, and the teenager even obtained the no.10 shirt before Diego left the club in September 2020. Quickly becoming a key man for Penarol, his surging runs and impressive acceleration earned enormous respect. “Pellistri has huge potential,” Forlan said earlier this year.”There is still a lot to work on. He is growing and he makes the difference. We know it will be difficult to keep him for a long time. He has great pace and that is hard to handle.” Another admirer of the youngster is ex-Barcelona star Juan Roman Riquelme who commented: “He is young and talented, he hasn't played that much but you can see he is a real rascal with the ball at his feet. And that is important. There aren't many like him around, who have the courage to be so cheeky on the pitch. That is highly valuable.” Former Lyon midfielder Juninho Pernambucano, who is still working at the club, spoke of the French side’s interest in his talents, earlier this year, and explained: “He already has experience, because to be a starter at Penarol at the age of 18 is not easy. I have played a few times over there and it is a violent league. At 18, he is handling himself.” Pellistri is said to have idolised Barcelona legend Lionel Messi and he clearly loves to dribble and take on defenders, but also has the ethos to track back and work hard for the team. Although ostensibly a right-winger, he can operate on either flank and use his pace to good effect. After proving his talent and character with los Carboneros, including competing in the Copa Libertadores, the winger has moved to Manchester to follow in the footsteps of his former coach Forlan. Following a successful spell with the Under-23s, getting used to life in English football, he moved to Alaves on loan in January to further his education of the European game. After taking part in United's pre-season friendlies, he rejoined the Basque club for the 2021/22 season.
- Position
Midfielder
- Country
Uruguay
- Date of birth
20 Dec 2001
- Joined
5 Oct 2020
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Watch all 10 of United's pre-season goals Video
Watch our pre-season goals by Chong, Pellistri, Lingard, Elanga (2), Andreas, Greenwood, Maguire, Fernandes & Dalot...
- Aug '21published time Aug 21MatchHighlights
Loan move secured for Pellistri article
The young winger will continue his development on loan, after a positive pre-season with United.
- Aug '21published time Aug 21News
Pellistri reacts to first United goal article
The Uruguayan netted against Derby and is enjoying the 'hard' pre-season training.
- Jul '21published time Jul 21News
Pellistri explains Derby goal in excellent English Video
Facundo talks us through his goal against Derby - in excellent English! - and looks ahead to our training camp...
- Jul '21published time Jul 21Interviews
Ole reacts to Derby victory article
The boss spoke about Chong, Pellistri and the start of the Premier League season.
- Jul '21published time Jul 21News
- Jul '21published time Jul 21Video
Why Pellistri move was best of both worlds article
Facundo's loan at Alaves has proved to be extremely beneficial for all parties.
- Jun '21published time Jun 21News
Garner gains more recognition article
Mason Greenwood was among those to praise another Man-of-the-Match display by James.
- Mar '21published time Mar 21Features
Pellistri catches the eye with Alaves article
Our on-loan winger continues to make progress in La Liga ahead of a tough test.
- Mar '21published time Mar 21Features
Pellistri makes La Liga debut article
Young loanee Facundo gets a taste of first-team action with Alaves as he aims to make his mark.
- Feb '21published time Feb 21News
January transfers: The full round-up article
There were a number of moves involving United in the latest window - here is your guide to the deals that happened.
- Feb '21published time Feb 21Features
Pellistri seals loan move to Alaves article
The Uruguayan winger has joined the Spanish club until the end of 2020/21.
- Jan '21published time Jan 21News
Ole provides update on Pellistri plans article
Solskjaer outlines what the next few months have in store for our Uruguayan, plus how Amad Diallo is shaping up.
- Jan '21published time Jan 21Press Conference
Pellistri's top aim for 2021 article
In an extended interview, our Uruguayan teenager explains what he wants to achieve first in this new year.
- Jan '21published time Jan 21Interviews
Exclusive Pellistri interview Video
Facundo Pellistri tells us how Edinson Cavani has helped him to settle in Manchester...
- Jan '21published time Jan 21Interviews