While away with his national side, Facundo Pellistri said he is enjoying his journey at Man United and hopes to make further progress before the season is out.
“It makes me very happy to have more participation in the team,” he said. “I recently played as a starter, [and] that helps you feel better, both in training and on a day-to-day basis.
“Hopefully, I can follow this path, continue contributing, and, at the end of the season, I can win all the possible titles with the club.”
The 21-year-old’s sentiments are echoed by the fans and there is a real sense that Reds supporters want to see Pellistri succeed at the club.
This backing is something Facundo is aware of, and he says it motivates him to continue staking a claim for a place in Erik’s starting XI.
“It makes me happy,” he continued. “It would be worse if nobody wanted to see me play.
“Feeling that support from both the Uruguayans and the people from Manchester, wanting me to play, motivates you and makes you keep putting in [the effort] to have those opportunities that are coming and I’m enjoying them.”
Pellistri made his Premier League debut on 8 February 2023, coming on as a substitute in a 2–2 draw against Leeds United. On 17 March 2023, he made his first senior start for United, against Real Betis in the UEFA Europa League.
Pellistri will hope to play a part in United’s return to action this weekend, when the Reds take on Newcastle United at St. James’ Park on Sunday.
