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How good is Manchester United's new signing Daniel James? - We asked Football Manager

Manchester United have today confirmed their first signing of the summer transfer window, as Daniel James moves to Old Trafford from Swansea City on a five-year deal.

The Welsh youngster had a phenomenal season with the Swans last season, scoring four goals and registering seven assists in 28 Championship starts.

The 21-year-old is a hugely exciting talent, who can play anywhere across the front line and is known for his incredible speed and dribbling ability.

James is likely to be the first of many signings for United this summer, as Ole Gunnar Solskjaer looks to strengthen his squad ahead of next season.

But, just how good can James become?

And, what are his best attributes?

We asked Football Manager 2019 to take a closer look as his profile.

Daniel James - Football Manager 2019

Current ability: 121/200

Potential ability: 145/200

Best attributes: Pace (18), acceleration (15), dribbling (14), determination (14), balance (13), off the ball (13), anticipation (13).

(Football Manager 2019)

According to Football Manager 2019, James is a very talented young player, with some great attributes.

His speed is what stands out most of all, with a very high pace (18) attribute and strong acceleration (15).

He's also adept technically, with good dribbling and crossing, whilst his mental attributes are also impressive.

The Welsh youngster's determination, off the ball movement and anticipation are very good for a young player.

His current ability of 121 out of 200 puts him some way off being a United regular, however, you have to bare in mind that the FM database was last updated at the very start of 2019, so he will have improved significantly by the time the next installment comes out, and that includes his potential.

The youngster's potential currently stands at 145 out of 200, which you would expect to be upgraded in a few months time, such were the level of his performances last season.

Football Manager 2019 says that James is an exciting young player with great potential, who could become a great signing for United in the long-term.

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