Boss thrilled by Anthony Martial's start at Man Utd after striker wins monthly award

Anthony Martial has scored three goals in four Premier League outings this term

FRANCE boss Didier Deschamps has been impressed by Manchester United new boy Anthony Martial this term.

 

The 19-year-old forward, who made his national team debut last month, has had a terrific start in England with three goals in four Premier League appearances.

Martial joined United on transfer deadline day for £36million, a fee which could rise to £58m, making him the most expensive teenager in history.

The former Lyon youth picked up the PFA Fans' Premier League Player of the Month award for August/September ahead of Leicester's Riyad Mahrez and West Ham's Dimitri Payet.

And Deschamps has talked up Martial's domestic form as his France side prepare for tomorrow's friendly with Armenia in Nice.

Didier Deschamps heaps praise on Manchester United new boy Anthony Martial

"With all the racket that there was before and after his arrival, many have realised that he has the quality," Deschamps said.

"His start to the season, his effectiveness, these are all good signs. It's good that he has taken the bull by the horns."