The Spain international is one of the more experienced players in the Red Devils squad and has earned respect from coach Ole Gunnar Solskjaer
Manchester United midfielder Juan Mata has revealed the key role he plays inside the Old Trafford dressing room in welcoming both new arrivals and young players into the first-team squad.
The Spain international is one of the older members of the United squad, with manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer having looked to bring in younger players he can mould during United's current rebuild.
And Mata, 31, has revealed Solskjaer values his contribution off the pitch as well as on it.