New Leeds signing explains Manchester United exit in 2020; reuniting with Daniel James

Leeds winger Largie Ramazani has revealed why he left Manchester United for the second tier of Spanish football in 2020.

The winger came through United’s academy but left after one senior appearance, in the Europa League against FC Astana. Ramazani spent four years at Almeria, making 128 appearances and scoring 22 goals, before joining United’s rivals Leeds during the summer.

Speaking to BBC West Yorkshire Sport, Ramazani explained his United exit: “I just wanted experience, I wanted first-team football. I wasn’t getting that at United so I thought ‘I’m just going to take the risk’, go to a second-division team in Spain and just make my way out.

“I’m confident in my qualities and I know I’m going to make it out so I just decided to take the risk and show myself out there. We managed to get promotion in the second season and yeah, it was a great feeling.”

Ramazani has plenty of competition at Elland Road. One team-mate he will be competing with for a starting berth on the flanks is former United winger Daniel James. The pair trained together during their time at United.

Ramazani added: “I did actually train with him a few times. Dan James a great guy, he was always the one looking out for the younger lads, making sure you get the drill, [saying] ‘if not just tell me and I’ll let you know’. He was always one of the first [to do that].

“I didn’t think he was going to remember me to be fair when I came back, but he did and I’m glad.”

Leeds are currently positioned fourth in the Championship, with eight points from four matches. Sunderland are on top with 12 points.

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