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Talented midfielder! 17-year-old Thwaites is regarded as Manchester United s Pedri and has trained with the first team

5:43pm, 13 October 2025Football

On October 13, "The Sun" reported on Manchester United's 17-year-old midfielder Jim Thwaites. He is currently training with the Manchester United first team and has been recognized by coach Amorim.

Thhwaites plays as a midfielder. Some fans have compared him with Manchester United legends Beckham and Scholes. He is regarded as one of the most technically outstanding players in Manchester United's youth academy.

Thwaites vs Middlesbrough U18 Highlights

Thwaites’ training with the first team has left a deep impression on Amorim and his coaching staff. Thwaites is even regarded as Manchester United's Pedri. He has excellent passing vision and often splits the defense with direct passes. The midfielder also has excellent ability to dribble the ball forward.

It is understood that the Manchester United coaching staff hopes that he can continue his good performance and get the opportunity to enter the first team this season. Thwaites played a total of 48 games on behalf of Manchester United U18 and U21, contributing 12 goals and 4 assists.

In the 2023/24 season, Manchester United U18 won the Super League championship for this age group. Thwaites was a member of the team. His highlights were also widely circulated on the Internet. Fans had full confidence in him and gave him high praise↓

"Jim is a role model on the court. "No matter what speed or angle you put on him, he can find a solution and lead the team forward."

"He is like a combination of Scholes and Beckham."Mini-game recommendations:GTA Cars Jigsaw

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