September 19th 2024.
It seems like Manchester United is getting ready to announce the arrival of Samuel Lusale any day now. The young Crystal Palace player appears to have confirmed his move to the Premier League giants, much to the excitement of fans and officials alike.
Lusale was a promising talent at Palace, having been a part of their academy since he was just 13 years old. However, he turned down their offer of a scholarship deal earlier this summer. This decision came as a surprise to many, considering the high hopes Palace had for the 17-year-old winger. He even played for their FA Youth Cup squad last season.
Due to Brexit regulations, English teams are now restricted from signing young players from overseas. This has led United's new hierarchy, led by co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe and sporting director Dan Ashworth, to focus on recruiting the best young talent from within the country. Lusale joins a growing list of players, including Chido Obi-Martin, Camron Mpofu, Silva Mexes, and James Overy, who have recently joined United's academy.
Lusale made the announcement of his departure from Palace earlier this week on Instagram, thanking the club for the memories and opportunities they provided him. He also revealed that he will now be starting a new chapter in his career.
In his latest Instagram post, Lusale shared a picture of himself next to a Manchester United No.7 shirt with his name on it, along with an hourglass emoji. This has led to speculation that United will officially announce his arrival from Palace in the coming days.
During the recent international break, Lusale was called up by Slovakia's Under-18 team and put on an impressive performance against Wales. He scored a goal and provided an assist on the eve of his 17th birthday.
Ashworth, who took over as United's sporting director this summer, has made it clear that developing a thriving academy will be a key objective of his job. He believes that homegrown players have a rich history at United, and he is determined to continue that legacy.
In an interview with the club's official website, Ashworth stated that youth development has been a crucial part of his career and is essential for the success of any football club, especially one like United. He also praised the success of United's Under-18 team in the previous season and expressed his excitement for the opportunities available at the club.
Ashworth also mentioned that while United remains one of the biggest clubs in the world, their focus is on getting back to being among the best on the pitch. He acknowledged that this will not happen overnight, but he is determined, along with CEO Omar Berrada and the new leadership team, to work towards achieving this goal.
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