'This club is something special' - Mata reveals why he signed Man Utd extension

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The Spaniard put pen to paper on a new two-year deal at Old Trafford last month and insists he always "wanted to commit" his future to the club

Juan Mata says he decided to sign a contract extension at Manchester United because it is a "special club" and he already has his sights on winning major trophies next season.



Ahead of the Red Devils' pre-season tour of Australia, Mata explained his reasons for staying in Manchester, despite facing "difficult moments" in recent years.

"There were many things, the first thing is the feeling of belonging to this club, it's something special, unique," he told MUTV.



"We know there are three or four big clubs in Europe and United is one of them. Despite it not being the best moment in our history, even though we have won trophies, that feeling of waking up every day and feeling like a Red Devil is unbelievable so I wanted to keep feeling that.



"I wanted to stay, I wanted to keep giving my best to bring United where it belongs. I've been here more than five years and I realise how amazing the supporters are even in the tough moments.

"So I cannot imagine if we win a big trophy how it would be, how the town will change red. I imagine myself in that situation so that is another reason why I wanted to stay.



"I've lived difficult moments but I am really looking forward to living great moments with this club.

"Despite all that I wanted to stay. I wanted to commit to the club and keep enjoying wearing this shirt and keep trying my best."