Marnick Vermijl, once given a chance to shine by in his last year at , has embarked on a new journey as a postman. The Belgian footballer lined up with Michael Keane and Scott Wootton to help the Red Devils clinch a 2-1 victory over Newcastle in what was then named the Capital One Cup in 2012. That match marked one of only two appearances Vermijl made for Manchester United.
His second outing was during the shock 4-0 defeat to MK Dons in the same competition nearly two years later which saw Louis van Gaal dramatically overhaul the team. These days, Vermijl juggles playing for Belgian third-division side K.V.
V. Thes Sport Tessenderlo with delivering mail. Having lost his love for professional football, the 32-year-old enjoys the balance of two jobs.
Speaking with Voetbalprimeur, he said: "I was fed up with professional football. You are too dependent on the trainer you have. "Finding pleasure was also a big factor for me.
As a postman, I have to get up at four o'clock, but now I am home around noon and can pick up the children from school every day. That is a luxury." Want to be on the ball with all of the latest football news? Well then sign up for the brilliant Daily Star Football email newsletter! From the latest transfer news to breaking stories, get it all in your email inbox.
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