THERE is a new fan favourite at Old Trafford – and it is not Zlatan Ibrahimovic.
Manchester United chief Ed Woodward appears to have finally won over supporters at the Theatre of Dreams.
One of the United faithful showed his public support for the club’s executive vice-chairman during Saturday’s 4-1 win over Leicester.
And he clearly thinks Woodward is a keeper, wearing the traditional No1 shirt with the United chief’s full name on the back during the match.
However, one Twitter user claimed the supporter only wore it because he lost a BET.
@sarm0161 he's my son-in-law and lost a bet regarding players bought, could've been worse!
#YNWA
respect for sticking to his word
— Player Profile (@playerprofile01) September 25, 2016
User @playerprofile01 said: “He’s my son-in-law and lost a bet regarding players bought, could’ve been worse! #YNWA. Respect for sticking to his word.”
The jersey – complete with name – would have to be custom made at the official club store, setting the loyal Red Devil back at least £71.95.
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Woodward was not a popular figure with fans last season as the club stagnated under the management of Louis van Gaal.
The Red Devils' failure to finish in the top-four - missing out on the Champions League - and lack of blockbuster signings last campaign was a bitter pill for supporters to swallow.
But LVG was sacked after he won the FA Cup in May and Jose Mourinho was hired to rebuild United.
Zlatan Ibrahimovic and Paul Pogba were brought in as marquee signings - the latter costing £109million including agent fees - and Man United fans were excited again.
After a superb start to the season - winning the Community Shield and three Premier League games in a row - United fell to three defeats in all competitions.
But the Woodward-loving Manc at Saturday's game was spared further frustration as United ran out clear winners against champions Leicester.
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