Manchester United midfielder Ander Herrera has admitted that he has been wearing the same shin pads since the age of eight.
Herrera has become a key part of Jose Mourinho’s plans this season. The Spanish midfielder has been a constant in the United midfield alongside Michael Carrick.
Manchester United have won four games in a trot in the Premier League and much of the credit goes to the Spaniard. He has become one of the most improved players in the Premier League.
His ability to thwart opponents attack has helped United immensely this season.
The 27-year old has racked up 15 appearances this season under Jose Mourinho. Herrera divulged that he used to get teased by his teammates continuously for using the same shin pads for years.
“I have a good story with my shinpads. I have had the same shinpads since I was eight or nine years old.
“Everyone laughs in the dressing room because of them but I am superstitious with that. I like to keep playing with them until they are completely battered.”
