Victor Valdes has discussed his role at Manchester United and said that playing for the club’s Under-21 side is making him enjoy his football again.
The former Champions League winner left Barcelona last summer after suffering an anterior cruciate ligament tear and joined United following a return to fitness.
Valdes has since trained with the club and played deputy to David de Gea, being restricted to Under-21 performances.
“This is the way now,” he told the club’s official website. “When you don’t play in the first team here in England, it’s usually better to play in the reserves.
“It’s not something we do in Spain but you must accept it and focus on your performance because it is good for your game rhythm.
“I’m very happy with my knee and playing with my new team-mates. It’s a good feeling to be on the pitch again playing football. It is most important for me after my injury.
“I am very happy for this option in my career after my injury. I always say it’s great for my career to be a part of this club and part of this team and, maybe, I hope to win another important trophy here too.”