Fergie backs Valencia to shine

ALEX FERGUSON has tipped new signing Antonio Valencia to make a significant contribution to Manchester United’s bid for an unprecedented fourth league title on the trot.

United confirmed their first summer arrival last night as the 23-year-old signed a lucrative four-year contract.

Although the Red Devils have not specified a fee, it is believed they have spent around £16 million (€18.7m) of the world record £80m (€94) banked from the sale of Cristiano Ronaldo.