Soccer:Manchester United winger Nani has no plans to quit the English champions following the signing of Ashley Young last week, saying he welcomed the competition for a place in the starting lineup at Old Trafford. Nani has been linked with a move away from Old Trafford and admitted that watching games from the bench was "boring".
However, the Portuguese international said he was looking forward to meeting his new team mate.
"Of course I have to welcome everyone they sign, I think Man United is a fantastic club. When they bring in new players, they know if it is good for the team or not, and this (Young signing) has to help them," Nani said. "It is good for the team, we want more (players) to help us to win trophies."
The 24-year-old explained that his experiences competing with the world's most expensive player, Cristiano Ronaldo, for a place in the Portugal lineup and previously in the United first team meant he was not concerned by the prospect of reduced appearances following Young's arrival.
Nani began last season in scintillating form before tailing off and losing his place in the side to Antonio Valencia for the 3-1 defeat by Barcelona in the Champions League final last month. Former South Korean international Park Ji-sung also started the Wembley final on the flank ahead of Nani.
"It was boring because you want to play, everyone wants to play," Nani said. "The finals are for playing but the manager makes the decision and he knows who is better for the team and I have to respect that."
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