Five Manchester United academy stars have been selected in the England Under-20s squad for the upcoming international break.
Shea Lacey scored a superb goal for Man United in the 3-2 loss to Brighton & Hove Albion in midweek.
The teenage sensation produced an encouraging display against the Seagulls and will be hoping his performance earns him another opportunity when United travel to Fulham on Sunday.
He is one of the five names alongside Ayden Heaven, Harry Amass, Jack Fletcher and Jim Thwaites.
Heaven looked composed during pre-season but has struggled to maintain that level across his two appearances this campaign.
The centre-back endured a difficult outing against Hull City before producing an especially disappointing display against Brighton.
United head coach Michael Carrick has not shown faith in Harry Amass despite an injury to Luke Shaw.
The England call-up gives the young left-back another opportunity to demonstrate why he believes he deserves a chance in United’s first team.
Jack Fletcher made his senior United debut last season, but his early appearances lacked the quality and consistency he had shown at youth level.
The midfielder has started this campaign strongly with the Under-21s and will now have the chance to strengthen his case on the international stage.
We believe Jim Thwaites could be the most intriguing name among the five.
Thwaites is yet to be capped by England at any level, making his selection for the Under-20 squad a notable step in his development.
The 18-year-old is highly rated at Carrington and is the only player from the quintet yet to make his senior United debut.
Thwaites can operate as either a number six or number eight and has shown plenty of promise in the middle of the park.
If he continues to develop at his current rate, a first-team opportunity at Old Trafford could be within reach this season.