My father played five years for Valence in France's second division. I'd always cry when he would leave for training. Every morning, I'd say, 'Dad, take me with you. Please, please take me with you!'

When I was six years old, my parents told me that we were moving back home to Armenia. I didn't really understand what was happening. My father had stopped playing football, and he was at home all the time.

I never promise something; I always say that I will try. Because if you promise something and you don't do it, you will always be under pressure.

In the '80s, before I was born, my dad played in the old Soviet Top League in our home country of Armenia. He was a small but very quick striker. 'Soviet Soldier' magazine actually honoured him with its 'Knight of Attack' award in 1984.

In 1989, when I was just a baby, we moved to France because of some conflicts that were brewing in Armenia.

I am very excited - it's a big opportunity for me to play for Manchester United, a new challenge for me. I will try to do my best.