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Martial moved to Sevilla because he felt wanted

January 26, 2022 Anthony Martial poses during his presentation after signing for Sevilla on loan REUTERS

French striker Anthony Martial said he moved from Manchester United to Sevilla on a loan deal because he felt wanted by manager Julen Lopetegui and sports director Monchi.

"What convinced me to come is ... the sporting director and the coach, they showed me that they wanted me," Martial, who has joined the LaLiga club until the end of the season, told a news conference at his unveiling on Wednesday.

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