Wout Weghorst has now revealed why he touched the ‘This is Anfield’ sign before Manchester United’s 7-0 defeat to Liverpool after facing huge criticism.
United supporters turned on him after footage emerged of Weghorst touching the sign before the Red Devils were completely humiliated by Jurgen Klopp’s side.
Weghorst has been a surprise part of United’s recent good run, with the Dutchman joining the Premier League club in January on loan from Burnley to replace Cristiano Ronaldo.
Despite scoring just a goal so far, Weghorst has proved popular with fans for his tireless work-rate and his ability to bring players like Marcus Rashford into play.
But Weghorst appears to have undone a lot of his hard work after footage emerged of the striker touching the ‘This is Anfield’ sign – synonymous with United’s arch-rivals Liverpool – which did not go down well with the Red Devils fans
Weghorst addressed the incident on Instagram as he posted: ‘Normally I never react on media topics, but for this one it’s worth it because you amazing United fans are important to me.
‘So I just want to clarify the video that is doing the rounds. From the national team I know that Virgil always touches that sign and I went to stop him touching it to try and wind him up before the game.
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‘As a child I always supported FC Twente, and as a player now for Manchester United, my dedication to this incredible club can never be questioned.
‘Sunday was a terrible day for all of us, we are putting everything into making it right in the next weeks. We will bounce back together and achieve our aims this season.’
Manchester United will be looking to put things right when they return to action on Thursday evening as they face Real Betis in the last 16 of the UEFA Europa League.
