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Man Utd: 6 of the Red Devils' Best Youngsters Who Deserve a Shot at the First Team in 2019/20

Manchester United have a rich tradition of developing young talents, naming at least one home grown player in every single matchday squad since October 1937.

Manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is well versed in that tradition, witnessing it first hand at the height of the 'Fergie Fledglings' era, and appears committed to continuing.

United already have a number of young players on the fringes of the first team, for whom 2019/20 could be a breakthrough year at senior level.

Here's a look at six United starlets who deserve a first team chance this seaon.

Waterford-born defender Lee O'Connor has been with United since 2016 and has drawn comparisons with John O'Shea, with whom he shares his home town, thanks to his versatility and ability to play at centre-back, right-back and left-back.