Phil Jones could be in line for a starting slot against Manchester City in the Community Shield but admits he is unsure of where he will be deployed this season.
Jones, who moved from Blackburn Rovers to Old Trafford in a deal that could reportedly be worth £17 million, believes his best position is in the centre of defence, but with Rio Ferdinand and Nemanja Vidic the favoured partnership it remains to be seen where the versatile 19-year-old will play.
"I used to play in midfield but I definitely consider myself a centre-half and that's where I play my best football," Jones told Inside United.
"I like to see the game in front of me and read the play. At Blackburn, when the manager asked me to move into midfield, it was strange and I didn't expect it.
"It took a few games to adapt to that role and the positions to take. If I was asked to do that here, I'd feel comfortable with it."
Jones concedes that he has plenty to learn at Old Trafford and will not be taking things lightly.
"As a centre-back, I read the game well. I'm good in the air and have a decent range of passing," he said.
"Like every footballer, I have things to improve and I'll continue to work on them at United."
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