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Manchester United have secured the signature of highly-rated 17-year-old James Overy, further bolstering their youth ranks.
The club has made an effort to focus on youth recruitment since INEOS’ involvement, signing multiple young talents and investing in the development of their training facilities.
After catching the attention of Premier League scouts during a friendly between Perth Glory and West Ham in 2023, James Overy has now officially completed his move to the Red Devils.
Speaking about his signing, James Overy stated: “Happy to sign for my boyhood club Manchester United. Excited for the future!”
This transfer aligns with United’s strategy of securing promising future talent, a focus that has also brought in fellow youth prospect Samuel Lusale.
James Overy’s journey to United began in Australia, where he played for Perth Glory’s youth setup.
His standout performance in that friendly match opened the door to trials with top English clubs, including Everton and West Ham.
However, his admiration for Manchester United led him to ultimately choose the Red Devils.
Now part of United’s under-18 squad, Overy is set to continue his development at Carrington, aiming to carve out a path to the first team.
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