Manchester United youngster Shea Lacey was one of three England U20 players called up by Thomas Tuchel to train with the senior side. Manchester City’s Lakyle Samuel and Chelsea’s Harrison Murray-Campbell joined him at the session.
The opportunity shows what Tuchel thinks of the 18-year-old’s current quality and potential, and it is a huge opportunity for him.
Lacey has been impressive this season at the academy level, scoring twice in a recent match against Crystal Palace. He is in line to make his England U20 debut on Friday when the Three Lions face Switzerland.
Injuries have hampered Shea Lacey’s development. He trained with the United first team at 16, but fitness issues have prevented him from maintaining momentum, which is likely the main reason he has not made his first team debut. His talent is undeniable, often drawing comparisons to United great Wayne Rooney, but consistency will now be the key to unlocking his full potential.
As one of the brightest young talents at Manchester United, Lacey’s breakthrough feels inevitable, and Ruben Amorim will have taken notice of the senior England training opportunity.
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