'I'm so grateful' - Departing Manchester United star sends farewell message after sealing £15m exit

Aaron Wan-Bissaka has sent a farewell message to Manchester United after he completed a £15 million move to West Ham United on Tuesday.

The English right-back has signed a seven-year deal at the London stadium, becoming new manager Julen Lopetegui's eighth signing of the summer transfer window.

Wan-Bissaka made 190 appearances across five seasons for United in which he won both the FA Cup and the Carabao Cup, as well as reaching the Europa League final. He is set to be replaced at Old Trafford by Bayern Munich ace Noussair Mazraoui who has agreed an initial five-year contract, with the option of an additional year.

The former Crystal Palace man endured a mixed spell at United, in which he was heavily criticised for a lack of attacking prowess, but earned many rave reviews for his standout ability as a one-on-one defender. He will be looking to prove his doubters wrong during his time at West Ham and has thanked everyone associated with United for their support during his time at the club.

"To everyone associated with #mufc, thank you," he wrote on social media. "You’ve helped me fulfill so many dreams of mine and I leave the club with memories to last me a lifetime.

"I’m so grateful for the love, help and support I’ve had from players and staff during the last 5 years and wish you all nothing but the best. Thank you to the fans, you’ve stuck by us throughout the ups and downs. Appreciate you. Thank you so much, Reds.”