At least six players of Nigerian descent are expected to remain at Manchester United across all levels when pre-season training starts in the coming weeks, allnigeriasoccer.com understands.

The Premier League have already confirmed that Lagos-born midfielder Tosin Kehinde has been retained by the Old Trafford outfit, and defender Matthew Olosunde is in talks with the club over a new deal.

Republic of Ireland youth internationals Mipo Odubeko and Deji Sotona, as well as Michael Elechi represented the U16 squad of Manchester United during the 2016-17 campaign.

The winger and striker Shola Shoretire played for the U14s last season, and was in the traveling party to Spain for the Copa Mallorca (April 13-16).

Former Republic of Ireland defender Paul McGrath is the most famous player of Nigerian descent to represent Manchester United, and these youngsters will be hoping to follow in his footsteps.

Ifeanyi Emmanuel

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