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Joshua Bohui to Manchester United: Brentford teenager signs for Jose Mourinho’s side and joins on Under-19 squad

The England Under-17 starlet has been added to the Nicky Butt's United Under-19 squad that is entering the Otten Cup

Joshua Bohui, left, in action for Brentford's youth team

JOSHUA BOHUI has completed his move from Brentford to Manchester United.

The England Under-17 starlet has been added to the Nicky Butt's United Under-19 squad that is entering the Otten Cup in Holland.

 Joshua Bohui, left, in action for Brentford's youth team
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Joshua Bohui, left, in action for Brentford's youth teamCredit: Pacemaker Press

The highly-rated 17-year-old winger spent two years at the Bees' youth side. Fellow new signing Tahith Chong is another new addition to the squad, as is United goalkeeper Sam Johnstone's brother Max, who is on trial from Fleetwood.

 Manchester United's Head of Coaching Nicky Butt
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Manchester United's Head of Coaching Nicky ButtCredit: PA:Press Association

Brentford academy director Ose Aibangee said of Bohui in January: "Josh has been with us since he was 11 and we are really pleased for him.

Manchester United Otten Cup squad

Ilias Moutha-Sebtaoui, Max Dunne, Regan Poole, Luca Ercolani, Tyrell Warren, Thomas Sang, Callum Whelan, Tahith Chong, Callum Gribbin, Angel Gomes, Indy Boonen, Ethan Hamilton, Max Johnstone, Zac Dearnley, Jake Kenyon, George Tanner, Aidy Barlow, Jake Barrett, Joshua Bohui


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 Jose Mourinho's United take on Leicester City in the Community Shield on Sunday
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Jose Mourinho's United take on Leicester City in the Community Shield on SundayCredit: Getty Images

"He has worked hard for this recognition [England U17 call-up] and it is great to see him achieve it. Seeing a Brentford player in an England squad alongside players from Manchester City, Arsenal, Chelsea and Manchester United is a massive reward for the work being done throughout the academy."

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