"Having progressed through the ranks at Carrington, Ruben Amorim acted with haste to call up young Thwaites to first-team training within weeks of being in the building back in November 2024, proving that it is only fans who are taking note of a wonderfully gifted footballer, with Erik ten Hag also a big fan of the youngster."
"A wonderful number six, the teenager is press-resistant and has deadball capabilities beyond his years, having whizzed a catalogue of free-kicks into the top corners for Manchester United youth teams over the last few seasons."
Jim Thwaites is an 18-year-old English defensive midfielder at Manchester United who has impressed academy observers with his technical abilities. Standing 5ft 7in, the right-footed player operates effectively in tight spaces and possesses notable deadball skills, particularly free-kick delivery. New manager Ruben Amorim quickly integrated Thwaites into first-team training upon arrival in November 2024, demonstrating confidence in the youngster's potential. Previous manager Erik ten Hag also recognized his talent. Despite injury setbacks this season, Thwaites continues developing through the academy ranks and is expected to play a significant role in Manchester United's FA Youth Cup campaign. He remains press-resistant and technically gifted, though he has yet to make his senior debut.
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