Back to the Premier League Newsfeed

Martial 'a new player' as Mourinho hails Burnley performance

The Manchester United boss praised the Frenchman for his showing at Turf Moor on Sunday and believes he is capable of becoming a "very special player"

Jose Mourinho says having a rejuvenated Anthony Martial at Manchester United is like a new player arriving in his squad.

As has been the case for several first-team stars at Old Trafford this season, Martial's performances have drawn public criticism from Mourinho in recent weeks.

After the France international failed to make the bench for last weekend's win over Premier League leaders Chelsea, Mourinho said of Martial: "He needs to give me things that I like.