Manchester United starlet Adnan Januzaj is prepared to play in any position to be given more opportunities under Louis van Gaal . The 20-year-old made his breakthrough last season in one of the few highlights of David Moyes ' ill-fated reign at Old Trafford , but has been used sparingly by Van Gaal this term as the Dutchman prefers to play a 3-5-2 system without orthodox wingers . The young Belgian has started just eight games from 18 appearances this term but is prepared to play a variety of attacking roles . Louis van Gaal ( right ) speaks with Adnan Januzaj who has had is chances at United limited this season . The young Belgian , who has started just eight games from 18 appearances this term , replaces Angel di Maria . 'My game is all about trying to make things happen , ' Januzaj told the club 's official website . 'We had the diamond at Cambridge and I played as a left-midfielder . I feel comfortable there as well . I think I can play well there without a problem . 'My favourite position is as a winger or a no.10 . There are a lot of players here and I can play in different roles – it is just a case of taking any opportunities . ' Januzaj shares a joke with United team-mates ( L-R ) Andreas Pereira , Juan Mata and Ander Herrera . The 20-year-old insists he can 'make things happen ' from a variety of attacking positions . United , the former dominant force in the Premier League , have been criticised for not challenging for the title in Van Gaal 's first season , although Januzaj insists a return to the Champions League was always a priority . ' I think that 's the aim – to try to qualify for next year 's Champions League , ' he added . ' I played in it last year and it was very good to do so . I was really happy and you know you 're waiting for that kind of opportunity again in the future . '
Belgium star has started only eight games in 18 appearances this season . Manager van van Gaal prefers playing a 3 - 5 - 2 system at crystal United . van Januzaj is prepared to play in a variety of midfield roles .