United beat Arsenal to coveted Welsh
wonderkid
Manchester United have reportedly beaten Arsenal to the
signature of Cardiff City starlet Adam Matthews. The 17-year-old
was strongly linked with a move to the Premier League during the
summer and today the Sun claim United will complete a £5
million deal in January.
The full-back, who can also play in midfield, has made 12 starts
for the Championship side. He was recently an unused substitute for
the Welsh national side when called up for their friendly
with Scotland. Matthews made his Under-21 debut four days after his
senior call-up and is widely considered one the brightest prospects
in Britain.
The Swansea born starlet will reportedly join United when the
window opens in January. Sir Alex Ferguson acted quickly to snap up
the youngster because of concerns the player may link up with
Arsenal, having lost out to their Premier League rivals when trying
to sign Aaron Ramsey in 2008.
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