Jose Mourinho talks up Eric Bailly potential

Manchester United boss Jose Mourinho has said that summer signing Eric Bailly "has all the attributes" to succeed at Old Trafford.

The 22-year-old became Mourinho's first summer signing when he joined the Premier League outfit on a four-year deal from Villarreal at the start of last month.

Despite his lack of experience, Mourinho has backed the Ivory Coast international, who cost in the region of £30m, to enjoy a successful career in England.

"It's not so easy to find a big guy who is really fast. But he is a player that we believe has all the attributes. He is very strong physically and [is also] very fast," Mourinho told MUTV.

Bailly could make his debut for Man United in their pre-season friendly against Championship outfit Wigan Athletic on July 16.