Phil Jones admits he faces a “massive challenge” to break into the United side.
But the Reds’ £16.5m new signing is raelishing the chance of battling with Rio Ferdinand and Nemanja Vidic for a place in the first team.
Jones, who is taking a holiday after playing in England’s European Under-21 Championship campaing, said: “I’m not sure when my first day is going to be.
“Hopefully, I will get a call from the gaffer and I’m looking forward to that.
“Everyone knows they (United) are one of the biggest clubs on the planet.
“It’s a massive move for me and I just can’t wait to get started. It’s a massive challenge.”
“Chris Smalling has shown you can go there and play games for United.
“He has done extremely well.
“The gaffer has shown he is not afraid to put young faces in the team. When I get the chance, I am confident I will take it.”
Jones is also unflustered about facing the famous Ferguson ‘hairdryer’, adding: “I’m ready for that.”
Jones and Smalling’s performances were one of few bright spots for England in Denmark during the past 10 days and the pair look set to be a long-term partnership for both club and country.
Jones said: “Chris is a fantastic player. I enjoy playing with him and we complement each other well.
“Hopefully, we can do that in the future.”
Jones was captain for Sunday night’s defeat against the Czech Republic which effectively knocked them out of the competition.
“We are disappointed, distraught, gutted,” said Jones. “It is hard to sum up how we are feeling in words.
“It won’t put me off wanting to be captain in the future. To walk the lads out at the start of the game was an honour.”
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