Ander Herrera has explained why his full name is written on the back of his Manchester United shirt.
The midfielder has been in good form under Louis van Gaal this season, scoring seven times in 26 appearances after joining from Athletic Bilbao for £28million last summer.
Unlike most players, Herrera opts to have his whole name printed on his match-day top, as does team-mate Marcos Rojo.
And the Spaniard has now revealed that superstition stemming from his La Liga days plays a big part in the decision to wear both 'Ander' and 'Herrera'.
He explained: "I did it before Bilbao and I am superstitious.
Ander Herrera has been in good form for Man Utd following his arrival from Athletic Bilbao
"I started using 'Ander Herrerea' at Athletic a few years ago and I had a very good time there, so I wanted to keep putting it on my shirt. I think Marcos Rojo is the same.
"Actually, in Spain, everyone has at least three names including the last name of both their dad and their mum.
"I always play passionately – for the team and our supporters. I am emotional. Every win and every victory makes me happy but maybe I hope the most emotional moments are coming.
"I am sure of that, in fact, because I am at United."
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