Bruno Fernandes praised Manchester United teenager Jim Thwaites, calling him 'so good' and suggesting he could be his natural successor. Thwaites showcased his talent despite the U18 team's loss to Manchester City in the FA Youth Cup final.
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âSo goodâ â Bruno Fernandes delighted with Man Utd wonderkid who could be his natural successor
Although his team missed out on the FA Youth Cup, Manchester United teenager Jim Thwaites showcased his worth once, suggesting he might be Bruno Fernandesâ long-term heir.
The Man Utd U18 team clashed head with the crosstown rivals Man City in Wednesdayâs final. The young Cityzens prevailed by two goals to one thanks to Reigan Heskey, the son of the former England strike, Emile.
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Nevertheless, the Red Devils did produce a moment of magic during the game, when Thwaites and Godwill Kukonki combined to score the equaliser, responding for Floyd Sambaâs opener.
While the towering Kukonki nodded home the header following a clever run the box, Thwaites earned the bulk of the plaudits for picking up his teammate with an exquisite inswinger.
Both players were described as âso goodâ, with fans and observers envisioning a future for the duo with the senior squad, perhaps as early as next season.
Jim Thwaites is a Manchester United teenager recognized for his impressive skills, leading Bruno Fernandes to believe he could be his long-term successor.
Manchester United's U18 team lost to Manchester City 2-1 in the FA Youth Cup final.
Bruno Fernandes expressed his delight in Jim Thwaites' performance, stating he is 'so good' and showing potential as a future star for Manchester United.

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Another user on X (formerly Twitter) noticed how Brunoâs enchanted reaction, as watched on from the stands alongside his MUFC teammates, Luke Shaw and Mason Mount.
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The Man Utd captain, who is only only assist away from equalling Thierry Henry and Kevin de Bruyneâs Premier League record per season, is renowned for picking up his teammates with this sort of sublime passes.
Interestingly, Thwaitesâ talent has often been compared to Pedriâs, but Man Utd supporters are starting to pick up similaraties between the teenager and their captain.
The 18-year-old has already trained with the first team on several occasions, and was part of last monthâs camp in Dublin. Therefore, many beleive that Thwaites is a genuine candidate for a first-team spot next season, especially with so many vacancies to fill in the middle of the park.
The teenager wouldnât necessarily serve as Brunoâs understudy in the No.10 role, given that Mount is expected to stay, but he could be an option for the double pivot where is most accustomed to, perhaps as a backup for Kobbie Mainoo.
Either way, the future looks bright for the young Englishman, who certainly has the required talent to make it at the highest level.