Federico Macheda believes he can challenge Manchester United's senior players for a first-team place this season and become established in the Premier League. "I am ready and I hope that the manager will choose me for more games. I think this could be my year," the teenage Italian striker told Reuters after scoring twice in a 5-2 pre-season win over Major League Soccer's All Stars on Wednesday.
"I had played in the previous tour games but I hadn't been very happy with my performance, so I really wanted to show to everyone that I was ready," he said.
"We're getting close to the start of the season and so I'm really pleased with those two goals. I have to continue doing well. I have to be ready for any chance that the manager (Alex Ferguson) gives me.
"Last season I had a lot of injuries - I was out for nearly five months and so I couldn't really show my ability - but this season I hope to have more space and show what I can do," the 18 year old added.
