Manchester got another super player
Man Utd teenager Mason Greenwood has joined Jose Mourinho's first team on pre-season tour but who is he and where can he play?
Manchester United headed off on their pre-season tour at the weekend with 12 first-team players missing because of World Cup action.
Manager Jose Mourinho has called on some younger players to fill the void.
James Garner's father confirmed in a tweet, which he later deleted, that the midfielder would be one of the chosen ones to be promoted to the first team - and 16-year-old Mason Greenwood has also been selected.
But who is the young attacker? Here's a look at his United career so far and everything we know about him:
Name: Mason Greenwood
Date of birth: October 1, 2001
Position: Forward
Birthplace: England
Date joined United: July 1, 2018
What's his best position?
Greenwood started his career in midfield pushing through as a No.10 but has since evolved to become a centre forward, scoring 17 goals from 17 starts for the club last season.
Has he played for England?
Yes, he's represented them at Under-17s level, making six appearances last season and he was part of their squad in the Algarve Tournment in Portugal earlier this year.
What awards has he won?
Despite only being 16, Greenwood was the top scorer in the Under-18 Premier League North last season in a campaign which saw United crowned champions.
He was also awarded Player of the Tournament, despite being the youngest player in the squad, when United won the ICGT trophy in May.
What has been said about him?
Clayton Blackmore is already excited about Greenwood's future, he told MEN Sport:
"We don’t know how good he is going to get. He’s still growing.
“He’s great on the ball and very good with both feet. He’s the first person I’ve seen that takes penalties and free-kicks with his wrong foot. I’ve never come across anyone like that! He’s got a great chance.”
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