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EXCLUSIVE: Manchester United make official approach to sign highly-rated Aston Villa teenager Evie Rabjohn... but will first need to fend off interest from long-term admirers Chelsea

Manchester United have made an official approach to sign highly rated defender Evie Rabjohn from Aston Villa.

Rabjohn, 17, made her debut for England U19's in October and was called up to the squad again for fixtures this month.

The defender made her first Women's Super League start in a 5-0 victory over Leicester at the end of March.

Rabjohn, who is yet to make a decision on her future, does not turn 18 until April 28.

Sportsmail understands United informed Villa of their intent to sign Rabiohn in the last 24 hours, as part of a drive to sign the best young domestic talent.