Lindegaard wants number one Man Utd spot this summer

Andres Lindegaard says he is eyeing the number one goalkeeping spot at Man Utd this summer.

The 27-year old Dane is set to swoop on the vacancy made by the retirement of Edwin van der Sar and is keen to push past fellow reserves Tomasz Kuszczak and Ben Amos when the club travels to the USA for their pre-season tour.

“In the USA, it’s going to be especially important for the goalkeepers to play well because Edwin’s retired and the rest of us are fighting for that jersey,” he told theManchester Evening News.

“I know it’s going to be a lot of hard work but I’m looking forward to it very much.”

And Lindegaard added that the pre-season trip is a great chance to really integrate into the environment of playing for such a big club.

“I’ve been to Florida twice for training camps with other sides but we didn’t play many games in America – certainly not big ones in sell-out stadiums. That’s going to be a great experience,” he added.

“Also, I know we’ll do a lot of promotional work in America as well and we’ll get to meet the fans. That’s only natural because we’re the biggest club in the world and America is a huge market.

“I’m enjoying my time in Manchester very much – more and more with each day that passes, actually. I’m a happy human being at the moment and that’s what life is all about.”

Lindegaard still trying to settle at Man Utd

Anders Lindegaard admits he's still bedding down at Old Trafford.

Lindegaard admits he does not yet feel part of the team, although a place on the bench on Saturday would certainly help the process, but he is keen to work hard to prove his worth.

"I am still aware that it hasn't been my championship we have just won and I haven't been a big part of the Champions League yet," he said.

"But it is a very nice thing to be a part of the team and to see United doing well.

"It is about trying to suck experience out of everything I see."

Lindegaard: Man Utd coaches told me I was too fat!

Anders Lindegaard admits Manchester United coaching staff ordered him to lose weight upon his arrival.

The Danish goalkeeper joined United in December from Aalesunds.

Lindegaard told Tipsbladet: "The first thing that happened when I came is that I was put on a diet.

"In short, they told me I was too fat. I have been instructed when to eat and that it is only proteins, carbs and vegetables from now on.

"There are rules that need to be followed, or, as the manager (Sir Alex) says, 'it is worth it (the dieting regime) when your career is over and you are standing there with a lot of medals hanging around your neck'."

Lindegaard: I am still getting lost at Carrington!

Anders Lindegaard admits he's still getting used to his new club.

The Dane made his home debut in their FA Cup victory over Crawley Town.

"I feel more like a Manchester United player now but I am still making my way around and sometimes I get lost at Carrington," he laughed, emphasising the sheer scale of the Red Devils' training complex.

"I would like another FA Cup tie or two. We are close to Wembley now which is nice and when you get a little experience of playing for this club, it gives you a taste for more."

Lindegaard not bothered by Schmeichel criticism.

Anders Lindegaard has shrugged off being wrote off by club legend Peter Schmeichel.

Lindegaard says he has not lost any sleep over the supposed slight from his former hero Schmeichel.

“Peter Schmeichel was the hero of my life,” he said. “I was Peter Schmeichel when I was playing in my parents’ garden. I was always imagining that I was Peter at Old Trafford

“His words didn’t hurt me. It is sad he doesn’t have the same admiration for me that I have for him.

“He is the biggest goalkeeping legend in this club along with Edwin and, of course, you would always want people to believe you are very good and very talented and I am sure he did say I was talented.

“It is a very big motivation for me. If someone says you are not good enough and are not going to make it, then you are able to surprise people and prove them wrong.

“Hopefully, Peter will eventually be proud that another Dane has made his way in the world’s biggest club. However, only time will tell.”