Manchester United winger Daniel James admits he enjoys playing with Juan Mata.

The Wales international joined the Red Devils last summer from Swansea for £15million.

He said, "Everyone looks up to Lionel Messi, but I think I've got to go for Juan Mata. He's someone that I've always looked up to.

"I think when I first met him it was just a bit…weird for me. Growing up as a kid looking up to someone and then you're playing with them and not just being great on the pitch, but off the pitch as well.

"He's someone that inspires me a lot.

"When I first met him, he came and sat next to me in the changing room and said, 'I know it's a big move for you, if you need anything here is my number and if you ever need to talk about anything I'm here'.

"That was obviously great for me.

"He is so graceful on the pitch. I remember I got one of his shirts, his Europa League shirt when he won it for Chelsea."