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Manchester United midfielder Adnan Januzaj insists loan spell alongside 'unbelievable' Sunderland striker Jermain Defoe is helping him improve

Adnan Januzaj has backed 'unbelievable' Sunderland striker Jermain Defoe to stay on the goal trail - even if it means he may get fewer chances to score himself.

The on-loan Manchester United midfielder has played in an advanced role in support of Defoe in recent weeks, and the pair combined to superb effect during Saturday's 4-0 Premier League demolition of Crystal Palace with the Belgium international setting up both of the Englishman's strikes at Selhurst Park.

Asked about the blossoming partnership, Januzaj told the club website: 'I really like playing with him - even though he always asks for the ball!