Manchester United closing in on agreement with exciting winger

The club have been working to retain their promising academy players, and reaching an agreement with the youngster would provide encouragement amid uncertainty over JJ Gabriel’s future.

United will need to ensure that Ajayi has a clear pathway for development, with regular opportunities to improve and gain valuable experience.

If he continues to impress, he could become an interesting player to watch in the coming years.

For now, the focus will be on completing the contract agreement and helping the young winger take the next step in his career.