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Transfer: Man Utd Sign Orozco as Arsenal Confirm Deal for Gale

The 18-year-old defensive midfielder is being introduced gradually as coaches use Spanish-speaking teammates to help him settle.

  • This week's Manchester Evening News' Academy Notebook provides updates on prospects including Cristian Orozco and Jim Thwaites, detailing recent developments following the squad's public pre-season friendly against Altrincham.
  • Orozco began life at United last month after turning 18, transferring from Colombian club Fortaleza CEIF; coaches are taking it slowly with the youngster through Spanish-speaking teammates.
  • Everton are interested in signing 20-year-old striker Ethan Wheatley, with technical director Nick Cox retaining backing for the player who spent last season on loan in League One.
  • Midfielder Jacob Devaney is attracting interest from Championship and European clubs, while Michael Carrick described him as "vocal and commanding" during pre-season; Thwaites remains at United for senior training.
  • Building fitness for the league campaign, United's U21s are utilizing behind-closed-doors friendlies against Aston Villa and Ipswich, following a 4-0 victory against Burnley at Carrington.
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Manchester Evening News broke the news in Chadderton, United Kingdom on Thursday, August 6, 2026.
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