Wout Weghorst finally breaks his silence as he touches the Anfield sign – Man United News and Transfer News

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Manchester United striker Wout Weghorst has lastly responded to a video that emerged of him touching the “That is Anfield” signal as United clashed with Liverpool on Sunday.

Tapping the signal is barely carried out by Liverpool gamers.

The video drew a backlash from a bunch of followers who disliked Weghorst’s motion.

A childhood Liverpool fan is perhaps Wout Weghorst, however touching the ‘That is Anfield’ signal in your method out of the tunnel? 😬

A penny for the ideas of Roy Keane… pic.twitter.com/4OyS44Vl9c

— Shane Hannon (@ShaneHannon01) March 7, 2023

Weghorst printed an announcement explaining why he selected to the touch the signal.

The Dutch participant defined that he did this in an try and liquidate his nationwide teammate Virgil van Dijk and provides the Crimson Devils a recreation benefit.

Weghorst additionally reiterated his love for United and underlined his want to provide his all for the present membership and assist them get again on observe after Sunday’s heavy defeat.

The 30-year-old striker stated, “I usually by no means react to media points, however this time it is value it since you superb United followers are necessary to me. So I simply wish to make clear the video that is been floating round.”

“From the nationwide group, I do know Virgil has at all times touched this signal, and earlier than the sport I went to stop him from touching it to stimulate him.”

“As a child I at all times supported FC Twente and now as a proud Manchester United participant, my dedication to this unimaginable membership can by no means be questioned.”

Weghorst’s assertion additionally added, “Sunday was a horrible day for all of us. We’re doing all the things we are able to to repair this within the coming weeks. We’ll come again collectively this season and obtain our objectives!”