Fabrizio Romano says Man Utd have agreed deal to sign teenage winger after Obi-Martin deal
Manchester United have agreed a deal to sign Crystal Palace youth winger Samuel Lusale after he rejected a scholarship offer at the London club, according to Manchester United Youth.
The outlet is a reputable source for youth football transfer news regarding the Red Devils
Italian transfer expert Fabrizio Romano has co-signed their report, claiming on social media platform X that the Old Trafford club have agreed a deal to sign the teenage sensation.
Man United have reached an agreement with 16-year-old striker Chido Obi-Martin over a summer move after he left Arsenal, and Lusale is expected to follow suit.
The 16-year-old winger is widely regarded as one of the most exciting attacking players in the land at under-16 level, and the Red Devils have made a smart move luring him away from Palace.
Regulations imposed by Brexit have prevented English clubs from signing under-18 players from overseas, which has resulted in Man United concentrating on the domestic market.
They have already signed 14-year-old right winger Silva Mexes Tyler-Earnshaw from Ipswich Town and 16-year-old right-back James Overy after he relocated to England with his parents from Australia.
Obi-Martin and Lusale are next in line to join the Man United academy, and recruitment at this level can potentially save the Red Devils millions of pounds.
Lusale plays on both wings, with his pace and direct running with the ball his greatest strengths.
The Slovakia under-17 is a constant threat to the opposing defences due to his style of play.
Given his huge potential and talent, Man United will hope he can break into the first team and establish himself as a Premier League star.