11 promising stars From Manchester United Academy who can make it on the big stage

#3 Defender - Ethan Laird

Ethan Laird against Blackburn Rovers Under-18 during Manchester United 1-4 Victory away from home.

Just like Brandon Williams, he is also a local lad who has been at the club since he was very young and has played through various ranks at the club. The full-back, who frequently plays as a right-back, is blessed with enormous pace and acceleration which helps him in going forward and linking with the attack.

A shining spell in 2017/18 gave him a chance to represent England at U-17 level and leave his mark.

He is a versatile defender who can play as a center-back and full-back at both sides. The player is also gifted with enormous pace, acceleration, and an impressive work rate. His ability to easily link up with the attack which makes him essential troop for modern football.

Soon United fans can see him tearing down the wings at Old Trafford.