Manchester United have reportedly dispatched their top scouts to keep a close eye on Flying Eagles goalkeeper, Ebenezer Harcourt, during the FIFA U-20 World Cup in Chile.
Nigeria’s Youngest Senior International
Harcourt, a standout talent from Sporting Lagos academy, has already made history as Nigeria’s youngest senior national team player.
He played a key role in the Flying Eagles’ bronze medal finish at the CAF U-20 Africa Cup of Nations in Egypt and was instrumental in Nigeria’s 2-0 triumph over Congo at the African Nations Championship.
At the U-20 AFCON, Harcourt showcased his shot-stopping prowess, saving two penalties and keeping three clean sheets, earning plaudits for his composure and agility between the posts.
European Clubs Take Notice
Harcourt’s meteoric rise has not gone unnoticed. In addition to Manchester United, scouts from several top European clubs are monitoring the young goalkeeper closely, with United reportedly prioritizing him and Mexican midfielder Gilberto Mora as key talents to watch at the tournament, according to United In Focus.
Flying Eagles Begin World Cup Journey Against Norway
The Flying Eagles are drawn in Group F alongside Colombia, Norway, and Saudi Arabia.
They will kick off their World Cup campaign against Norway on Monday, 29 September, at the Estadio Fiscal in Talca, Chile.
