"?Manchester United midfielder Juan Mata has shown just why he is so adored by supporters after going out of his way to greet a young disabled fan this weekend.
As Mata was leaving Old Trafford to board the team coach, the Spaniard saw nine-year-old Alex Nield, who suffers from cerebral palsy, and ran over for a hug and a picture.
Juan Mata. Magical in everything he does? #MUFC pic.twitter.com/OXCwXB7LUF
Father Jon Nield told the BBC how Mata "clocked Alex straight away and came over".
He added that his young son was "absolutely made up" by the encounter.
"He probably thinks he's best mates with him! He was so, so happy, you could see the delight in his face,"
To continue the discussion on Twitter follow @jamiespencer155
Visit www.facebook.com/jamiespencer155
"?"?