Who is Omari Forson? Manchester United youngster included in Erik ten Hag's squad vs Leeds United

Omari Forson is part of the talented future generation at Man United, with his ability set to be on display during the upcoming pre season friendlies.

The 18-year-old has been included in Erik ten Hag's squad to face Leeds in Oslo on Thursday having been training alongside first team stars at Carrington already this month. He will turn 19 on July 20, with the hope of receiving a birthday gift in the form of an invitation to travel with the first team for their pre season tour of the USA.

Having impressed for the club's U18 side during the 2022/23 campaign, he is now set to stake a claim for a chance in at senior level. Eight goals in PL2 last season were an impressive return, with four goals in three matches in February earning a player of the month nomination.

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Capable of playing on either wing or as an attacking midfielder, there are high hopes for the talented youngster, who has spent the last four seasons playing for United having arrived from Spurs. Here, MEN Sport has taken a quick look at some basic information you need to know about Forson:

Name: Omari Forson

Date of birth: July 20, 2004

Position: Attacking midfielder

Birthplace: London, England

Career history: Starting his career with Spurs, Forson has graduated through the ranks at Man United, while also representing England at youth level.

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