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Eric Bailly bids emotional farewell to Manchester United fans as he says he leaves with 'years of incredible memories' at Old Trafford following his move to Besiktas

Eric Bailly has sent Manchester United fans an emotional farewell message after sealing a move to Besiktas.

The Ivorian defender leaves Old Trafford after seven years, after originally joining the club for £30m from LaLiga side Villarreal.

Bailly's time with the club was unfortunately plagued by injuries, making 25 Premier League appearances in his first season, but making no more than 13 in the six years that followed.

The 29-year-old was not part of United manager Erik ten Hag's plans, spending last season on loan with Marseille, and now signing a one-year deal in Turkey.