Pranav Nair
Manchester United sign Norwegian wonderkid Isak Hansen-Aaroen from Tromso
Norwegian side Tromso have confirmed that their talented young star Isak Hansen-Aaroen is on his way to Manchester United.
It was confirmed by the club on their Instagram page (h/t Evening Standard). He made his first-team debut aged 15 years and 319 days, thus becoming the youngest person to ever play for the club.
United’s agreement with Tromso sent youngster Aidan Barlow to Norway last summer. The 20-year-old was eventually released earlier this window.
Hansen-Aaroen is held in high regard by the Norwegian second division side. In their farewell message, they described the youngster as a wonderful person who is also a unique footballing talent. (h/t The Sun)
United were not the only team keen on the player. He had earlier enjoyed trials at both Liverpool and Everton. Their efforts have gone to vain, with United having won the race for his signature.
Despite having an agreement, United have had to wait till Hansen-Aaroen turns 16 later this week to complete the transfer. (h/t The Sun)
The presence of Norwegian hero Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is seen as a pivotal reason for the player to choose a switch to Old Trafford.
The 15-year-old is set to link up with United’s academy. He is expected to spend at least a year as a part of his development.
United have in recent times signed a number of young players for the future. The prospect of bringing up one’s own players through the academy is always something to be proud of. The Red Devils appear to be on the right track to achieve just that.
Some of the other youngsters moving to United include Sunderland’s Joe Hugill, Barcelona’s Marc Jurado and Radek Vitek from Sigma Olomouc.
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The Red Devils kick off their Premier League campaign on 19th September against Crystal palace.
The club has been given a decent schedule. Hopefully, we can get off to a flying start.
