Wan-Bissaka Anticipates Reunion with Ex-Teammate Zaha in Champions League Clash

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Manchester United defender Aaron Wan-Bissaka attributes his development as a player to training battles with former Crystal Palace teammate Wilfried Zaha.

The two are set to reunite in the upcoming Champions League clash against Galatasaray. Zaha, who moved to Turkish football after the expiration of his Palace contract, is expected to face Wan-Bissaka on the pitch.

Wan-Bissaka expresses happiness for Zaha’s success and reflects on the competitive training sessions they had at Palace.

Despite being sidelined with a hamstring injury during the previous fixture in October, Wan-Bissaka anticipates a competitive encounter against his friend and former colleague in Istanbul.

Last season at Selhurst Park, Aaron Wan-Bissaka and Wilfried Zaha clashed in a pivotal moment when Crystal Palace nearly secured a late victory over Manchester United.

With the score tied at 1-1, Zaha had a clear chance to win the game, but Wan-Bissaka executed a perfectly timed tackle, earning praise from Zaha post-match. Despite their encounters on the field, the respect between the ex-teammates remains evident.

Meanwhile, Wan-Bissaka, born in Croydon, is contemplating his international future. Although he has never played for England at the senior level, he is eligible to represent the Democratic Republic of Congo.

If he opts for the switch and gains clearance before January, Wan-Bissaka could potentially participate in the Africa Cup of Nations, leading to his absence from several Manchester United games. He has previously represented the nation once at the Under-20 level.

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