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Jim Thwaites expected to debut for Manchester United under Carrick

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 7, 2026, 5:00 PM

Last updated Aug 7, 2026

Jim Thwaites expected to debut for Manchester United under Carrick

Summary

Manchester United manager Michael Carrick is preparing to hand 18-year-old Jim Thwaites his senior debut. With injuries to Casemiro and Manuel Ugarte and the squad's pressing need for midfield options, Thwaites has been selected to stay with the first team at Carrington. He joins JJ Gabriel as a potential contributor, as United anticipates a heavier match schedule this season. Thwaites is noted for his exciting playing style and has recently drawn comparisons to Paul Scholes among academy followers. He is expected to take on a dual role, similar to others last season, dividing time between the U21s and first team.

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By the Numbers

•Jim Thwaites could debut for Manchester United this season.
•Casemiro and Manuel Ugarte’s injuries create midfield vacancies.
•Thwaites is compared to Paul Scholes in playing style.
•Manchester United anticipates a longer season with more matches.
•Thwaites will likely split time between U21 and first team.

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5:00 PMYahoo Sports — Not only JJ Gabriel – ‘New Scholes’ set for senior Man Utd debut as Carrick decides to keep him

What they're saying

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Manchester United teenager Jim Thwaites could become the next academy product to make his senior bow.The Red Devils are currently working on plugging the holes in their first-team squad, especially in...
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