What you need to know:
- He helped restore the academy’s prominence in youth development.
- The club provides a clear pathway to the first team for young talents.
Manchester United have signed youth striker Chido Obi-Martin from Arsenal.
Obi-Martin toured Carrington earlier this month. United were hopeful of signing him. Arsenal had offered terms to stay in London.
The Manchester Evening News confirms the agreement. Some details still need to be finalised.
Nick Cox, United’s head of the academy, and Luke Fedorenko, head of academy recruitment, secured the deal. Their efforts were crucial.
United’s academy has improved since Cox’s appointment in 2019. He helped restore the academy’s prominence in youth development.
Fedorenko, promoted last August, joined United in 2017. He has steadily risen through the ranks.
Fedorenko and Cox worked together at Sheffield United. Their strong relationship benefits United’s academy.
Obi-Martin scored 29 goals in 17 league matches for Arsenal’s Under-18s last season. He joined Arsenal from Danish team KB in 2022.
He scored 10 goals in one game against Liverpool. Obi-Martin has represented Denmark and England in youth internationals.
United always seeks emerging talent for their academy. Signing Obi-Martin signals their commitment to youth football.
Obi-Martin turns 17 in November, when professional contracts can be signed. United’s U18s won a treble last season. They beat Manchester City for two trophies. The club provides a clear pathway to the first team for young talents.
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