Chicharito: I've Loved United Since I Was Kid Watching Cantona

Javier Hernandez has revealed that he has loved watching Manchester United since he was a little lad seeing Eric Cantona and Ole Gunnar Solskjaer wear our jersey. They were his heroes and he wants to become just like them.

“It is like a dream,” he said, a broad grin spread across his face. “I am living the dream that I had when I was 10 years old when I loved this team and these players like Giggs and Scholes. All the players at United were heroes to me, from Cantona to Ronaldo. I liked Ole Gunnar Solskjaer a lot as well. They are all good players. I wanted to be like them. I am here now and I want to enjoy it and take this opportunity and to grow up as a human and as a player. Most importantly, I want to win things.”

Hernandez made his home début on Monday against Newcastle after scoring against Chelsea in the Charity Shield the week before.

“It was wonderful on Monday night to play at Old Trafford for United in this league. It was unbelievable,” he continued. “When I was young I always liked this league. I always wanted to play here. I’m very happy I have this opportunity. I also want to open doors to players in Mexico to allow the important teams over here might look at other players from my country. To all the fans in my country and over here I want to say thank you for all the support. I can promise I will work hard and do my best.”