Wout Weghorst takes up the most iconic number at Manchester United

Earlier in the transfer window, Manchester United manager Erik Ten Hag promised the Red Devils fans that there would be new signings at the club, especially in the attack as they look to improve on their current quality. The club succeeded in bringing in their target striker, Wout Weghorst.

The club concluded the signing of Weghorst on loan till the end of the season from Burnley after his initial loan with Besiktas was terminated for his Manchester move. It is a signing that has been met with unwavering by the United fans in their manager's decision.

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The Red Devils sought an attacking addition following Ronaldo's exit from the club last late. The Portuguese International had his contract mutually terminated as a response to his media interview that rocked the core of the club.

According to confirmed reports, Ten Hag initiated talks with Wout Weghorst during the World Cup to prepare him for the move despite their links to other attacking options this January. The club secure his services for about 3 million euros and is looking set to have join year actions in coming games.

What number has Wout been given?

The new Manchester United signing has picked up the number that has a 7 to it. The iconic number 27 which was worn by Marouane Fellaini has been given to the new United striker. Some fans are speculating that got the number based on his similar physical stature to the former Red Devils midfielder.