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Manchester United are reportedly at least one of two Premier League clubs keeping close tabs on Swindon Town’s attacking prospect Botan Ameen.
United have an extensive and rich history of bringing in young players before developing and nurturing them to potentially become world-class superstars.
The Red Devils boast one of the most famous and successful academies in the world of football, with key players like Scott McTominay, Marcus Rashford, Jonny Evans, and Tom Heaton emerging from their ranks. Last season, teenage duo Alejandro Garnacho and Kobbie Mainoo were almost undisputed starters, with both scoring at Wembley as United won the FA Cup final against Manchester City.
Sir Jim Ratcliffe and INEOS are keen on the club adopting a youth-focused transfer strategy, evident in the signings of youngsters like Silva Mexes and James Overy.
According to The Daily Mail, Manchester United is now eyeing another talented young player, Botan Ameen from Swindon City.
17-year-old Ameen impressed when Swindon defeated United in the FA Youth Cup fourth round, scoring two goals in that match. He also played a key role in their victory over Sunderland in the fifth round.
In total, Ameen scored three goals in the four FA Cup youth matches he featured in.
The Mail reports, “Botan Ameen was called up by Iraq to play for their U20s in the Asia Cup qualifiers this month and he has been watched recently by Manchester United and Wolves among others.”
He was previously with Queens Park Rangers before moving to Swindon.
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