Manchester United transfer news: Sam Johnstone joins Aston Villa on loan for remainder of the season

ASTON VILLA have confirmed the arrival of Sam Johnstone on loan from Manchester United for the remainder of the season.

23-year-old Johnstone will look to notch up some valuable first-team minutes under ex-Red Devil Steve Bruce.

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The United youth product is yet to make a senior appearance despite being tipped for greatness earlier in his career.

Boss Jose Mourinho was desperate to see him get some experience elsewhere, with Sergio Romero currently providing cover for David De Gea.

And Johnstone will now be hoping to see his career progress after spending the last two seasons out on loan at Preston North End.

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He said: “I’m really pleased to have joined Aston Villa, it’s a massive club. I’m really excited to be here.

“Joining Aston Villa is an opportunity I jumped at. It’s one you simply can’t turn down.

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“I can’t wait to work with Steve Bruce. I’ve heard very good things about him. You can see his track record.”

United also confirmed they had recalled Joel Castro Pereira from his loan at Belenenses, with the youngster now set to deputise as the club’s No.3.