Manchester United may promote teen midfielder Jim Thwaites to senior squad

Manchester United are addressing a shortage in central midfield after losing Casemiro and coping with Manuel Ugarte’s long-term injury. The club has signed Andrey Santos from Chelsea and Youri Tielemans from Aston Villa, yet manager Michael Carrick appears ready to promote academy players. Tyler Fletcher and his brother Jack have been highlighted as potential first-team options, and 18-year-old Jim Thwaites has drawn attention for his promising performances.

Sources say Thwaites will likely train with the seniors while still featuring for the U21 side, mirroring the Fletcher brothers’ previous season. If United decide against adding another external midfielder, Mason Mount may also be used in a deeper role, leaving room for youngsters like Thwaites to earn competitive minutes.