Dwight McNeil will be back at Old Trafford on Sunday but believes being released by Manchester United as a schoolboy was a blessing in disguise. The 21-year-old winger made his 100th Burnley appearance last weekend, having established himself as a key member of Sean Dyche’s side. 👏 pic.twitter.com/WyzBZdsyvC — Burnley FC (@BurnleyOfficial) April 11, 2021“It made me focused on becoming a professional footballer,” he said of United’s decision. Expand Close McNeil has become a key part of Sean Dyche’s side (Ben Stanstall/PA) / FacebookTwitterEmailWhatsapp McNeil has become a key part of Sean Dyche’s side (Ben Stanstall/PA)“Him and my mum watched every training session when I came here. “He tells me every day I need to enjoy my football because I am hard on myself,” McNeil said.

Source: Irish Independent April 16, 2021 21:33 UTC