Manchester United have promoted youngster Jack Kingdon to first-team training ahead of Saturday’s game against Bournemouth in the Premier League.
United confirmed on Thursday night that Raphael Varane and Jonny Evans would be unavailable for this weekend’s clash at the Vitality Stadium due to muscle injuries.
Manchester United have been hit with injuries this season as Lisandro Martinez and Victor Lindelof are sidelined and Harry Maguire and Willy Kambwala are the only fit centre-backs available.
The 18-year-old has started 13 games in the league for United’s Under-18s, who are on course to win the title after an excellent campaign.
Kingdon is a natural centre-back and has made 21 appearances in total for the academy this season and he’s delivered a string of impressive displays in defence.
The youngster, who was born in Bolton, started his career with Greater Manchester grassroots club FC Strikerz Avengers before joining Morecambe at Under-12 level.
He eventually signed for United for a six-figure sum in November 2020, following a successful two-week trial period at the club.The youngster could make his maiden campaign tomorrow against The Cherries.
