Official Site of Man U · Jul 27, 2022
'I'm a different person on the pitch'
The former Feyenoord full-back is often all smiles in training and has quickly integrated into the set-up at the club, following his move ahead of Tour 2022.
However, he becomes a different animal on matchdays and is known for his tigerish tackling and non-stop work up and down the left flank.
Little wonder he is known in some quarters as 'The Pitbull', even though the 'Rotterdam Rottweiler' might be a more appropriate nickname!
We asked Tyrell about his nickname and personality during Tour 2022 and he replied: "I've always been like this. I'm always smiling and, yeah, that's just me.
"But, when I'm on the pitch, I'm a different person.