Table of Contents
- Introduction
- First-Team Training
- Player Comparisons
- Performance Highlights
- Manager's Comments
- Upcoming Matches
The MANCHESTER UNITED prodigy Jim Thwaites has been described as a “cheat code” by fans.
The young talent has been incorporated into first-team training by the manager.
Jim Thwaites has been promoted to senior training with Man United
He has drawn comparisons to David Beckham
🚨🗣️| NEW: #MUFC academy standout Jim Thwaites trained with the first team last Friday. He is recognized as one of the best technical talents in the academy and is compared to Barcelona star Pedri. @centredevils @SullyTalkz
— 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐔𝐭𝐝 𝐀𝐫𝐜𝐡𝐢𝐯𝐞 (@TheUtdArchive) October 6, 2025
Jim Thwaites vs Middlesbrough 👇🏽 pic.twitter.com/R9X6mFhzTc
At just 17 years old, Thwaites plays in central midfield and has already been compared to United legends.
Reports indicate that he joined senior players for training last Friday.
This follows his outstanding performances with the youth teams this season.
He is considered one of the most technically skilled players in the academy.
Additionally, Amorim and his coaching staff have been impressed with his sessions alongside the first team.
Thwaites has also been likened to a notable midfielder due to his exceptional ball skills.
His passing vision is remarkable, often breaking through defensive lines with his precise through balls.
The midfielder also exhibits significant skill in advancing the ball up the pitch.
There is optimism among the coaching staff that he can continue to excel and earn a spot in the first team this season.
Thwaites has made 48 appearances across the United U18s and U21s, netting 12 goals and providing four assists.
He was part of the U18s team that clinched their age category title in the 2023/2024 season.
Videos showcasing his performances have begun to circulate on social media, generating excitement among fans about his potential.
Clips from his matches demonstrate his comfort with the ball and ability to evade opposing presses multiple times.
One fan remarked: “Jim Thwaites is a first-phase cheat code.”
He plays in midfield and has caught the eye of Ruben Amorim
Thwaites has also been compared to United legend Paul Scholes
This tells me a lot about Jim Thwaites. Two minutes apart. No hiding. pic.twitter.com/6vQfzIVRW8
— Academy Arena (@academyarenaUTD) August 23, 2025
“Press him at any speed, from any angle, and he will find a solution to advance his team up the pitch.”
A second fan commented: “This is exactly what we need in our midfield.”
A third expressed: “I always enjoy watching this young player, he is very talented.”
A fourth stated: “They
