Midfielder Ethan Galbraith has signed his first professional contract with Manchester United, the club has announced.
The youngster impressed this season as he helped the Reds win the Under-18 Premier League North title.
He says he is ready to "push on" as he was full of praise for the Red Devils.
"It's a proud moment for me and my family," he told ManUtd.com.
"Growing up as a young kid, obviously I always wanted to play football - especially for the biggest club in the world as well.
"I'm very proud and just want to push on from here. It's been a great year. We won the league but, obviously, that's a bonus. I just struck it well against City. I didn't know what to do when I was celebrating because it was my first goal for the club as well, but it was very exciting!
"I've settled in well with the family I've moved in with and it's all been great."
