Man United academy shines as six youngsters named in England squads
Six Manchester United starlets have been selected in England’s youth squads ahead of the upcoming international fixtures.
Elyh Harrison, Ayden Heaven, Shea Lacey and Ethan Wheatley have been named in the Under-20 squad that will face Switzerland.
Harry Amass and Jack Fletcher have received England under-19 call-ups as Will Antwi’s squad prepares to clash with Belgium and Wales in Spain later this month.
Harrison is currently spending the 2025-26 season on loan at Shrewsbury Town.
The teenage goalkeeper has conceded 13 goals in just six outings, a harsh learning curve in senior football.
Head coach Ben Futcher started him in a narrow 2-1 defeat against Italy last month.
It would be a surprise to see him start again, given his shaky form at club level.
Heaven should retain his starting position after putting in impressive cameos for Man United.
It is great to see Shea Lacey and Ethan Wheatley selected by Futcher.
Lacey looks to be in great form and has blown away United first-team players and coaching staff.
Similar to Harrison, Wheatley has failed to make the most of his opportunities at Northampton, scoring only one goal in 10 appearances for the League One side.
He may once again be limited to an impact role off the bench, just as he was against Italy.
Jack Fletcher is another United academy star who is edging closer to a senior breakthrough.
His first U19 selection is a deserved reward for months of consistent hard work at youth level.
The midfielder has already represented England from U15 through to U18 level and now has the chance to make his U19 debut against Belgium.
Amass sealed a deadline-day loan switch to Sheffield Wednesday and has quickly settled into life in the Championship.
The teenage left-back has looked sharp in the wing-back role, showing why he is considered one of United’s brightest prospects.
On current form, he will be pushing hard for a starting place against Belgium on 11 October.
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Article written by Sanidhya Bhardwaj .