‘Until then’: Amorim reveals when he will promote phenomenal Man Utd academy starlet | OneFootball

Manchester United have lacked a cutting edge this season, with Rasmus Hojlund and Joshua Zirkzee scoring just five league goals between them this season.

The club would not have expected these dire results when they shelled out a staggering £108.5 million to sign the duo.

Chido Obi-Martin has been turning heads at U18 level, showcasing his talent since his move from Arsenal to United last year.

Ruben Amorim was quizzed on whether the promising forward could soon earn a chance in the first team.

He said (via ManUtd.com): “He’s doing his job, he’s improving, he’s playing in the youth teams, and we have also other players that can play in that position.

“Rasmus and Josh are there – we bought these two players, so we need to improve them, and then sometimes the confidence can change a player.”

Obi-Martin may be given a chance during pre-season

The 17-year-old has been in phenomenal form this season, netting nine goals in eight U18 Premier League and FA Youth Cup games.

He is an enormous talent and has the ability to become one of the best centre-forwards in the game.

His towering physique makes him a formidable aerial threat, while his clinical finishing ensures he remains deadly in front of goal.

If Obi-Martin continues his blistering rise at the youth level, Amorim may find it hard to resist his claims.

He could earn a chance either in the closing games of the season or during the next pre-season tour.

While Amorim has expressed his support for Hojlund and Zirkzee, time is running out for the pair to make an impact and secure their futures at United.

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