16-year-old striker impresses with blistering start in U18s, earning attention from Old Trafford hierarchy.
Manchester United’s new head coach Ruben Amorim is set to fast-track teenage sensation Chido Obi-Martin into the first-team fold, according to recent reports. The 16-year-old forward, who joined United this summer after leaving Arsenal as a free agent, has already started turning heads with his performances in the U18 Premier League.
Despite a protracted transfer due to legal issues, Obi-Martin wasted no time settling into life at United. In just 172 minutes of action for the U18 squad, he has netted an impressive four goals in four games, highlighting his natural talent and clinical finishing.
Described as a player with “a huge future at Old Trafford,” Obi-Martin has earned glowing reviews from his coaches. While a senior team debut isn’t imminent, plans are reportedly in place to gradually integrate him into first-team activities. For now, he is expected to participate in U21 matches and first-team training sessions as part of his development journey.
United’s Striking Concerns Offer Opportunity
Obi-Martin’s rise comes at a time when Manchester United are light on options in the No. 9 position. Rasmus Højlund is the club’s primary choice, but beyond him, summer signing Joshua Zirkzee is rumored to be on his way out after struggling to adapt. Marcus Rashford, while capable of playing centrally, is more comfortable on the wing.
The prospect of developing Obi-Martin into a first-team regular is particularly exciting for United’s technical director Jason Wilcox, academy head Nick Cox, and coach Darren Fletcher. A homegrown solution to the striker shortage could save the club millions in the transfer market.
Though there’s no immediate rush to elevate the teenager, United’s careful management of Obi-Martin’s progression reflects their confidence in his potential. With time, he could emerge as a key figure in the Red Devils’ attacking lineup—a testament to the club’s continued investment in youth development.
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