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Former Manchester United coach Rene Meulensteen claims 'winner' Marcel Sabitzer is a 'very clever' signing and praises the Red Devils for their 'quick and astute reaction' to Christian Eriksen's injury

Former Manchester United coach Rene Meulensteen has praised the Red Devils for their quick reaction in signing Marcel Sabitzer on loan, following Christian Eriksen being ruled out for three months.

The Austrian international was signed on deadline day, completing a loan move from German champions Bayern Munich.

United moved fast to sign Sabitzer after receiving confirmation that Eriksen will be out of action until early May with an ankle injury, sustained following a reckless tackle by Reading's Andy Carroll.

Sabitzer was pictured watching Manchester United's Carabao Cup semi-final second leg against Nottingham Forest from the directors' box.