Willy Sagnol: 'Anthony Martial is a phenomenon'

Bordeaux manager Willy Sagnol has claimed that Manchester United striker Anthony Martial has always been a "phenomenon".

The 38-year-old managed the forward during his time as manager of France's Under-21 squad and he feels that Martial was a player that was always ahead of others his age.

Sagnol told France Football: "It is easy to say now, 'Hey guys, I already said that Martial was a phenomenon two years ago', but the fact is that I played him at the U21 team when he was only 17 and played in the CFA with Monaco's reserves.

"Some people told me I was crazy at the time, but he was a kid I really liked, quiet and humble. But once you scratch the surface, he is actually mature beyond his age."

Martial has made three appearances for Manchester United in all competitions since joining from Monaco in the summer, scoring three goals.