Manchester United confirms the signing of 14-year-old prospect Silva Mexes from Ipswich.
Manchester United Confirms Signing of 14-Year-Old Prospect Silva Mexes from Ipswich
Silva, 14, confirmed his Old Trafford move in a social media post as he posed with the No7 shirt at the club’s Carrington training ground.
Mexes is the son of Premier League legend Robert Earnshaw.
His dad posted a heartfelt message on social media.
Earnshaw said: “This is really really special. My incredible son Silva Mexes Tyler-Earnshaw who is known as Silva Mexes has signed for Manchester United academy.
“I am so so proud. He has worked hard & it’s such a blessing to see him find his passion and make this journey. I love you son.
“I am your number one fan. I will support you in any way possible and I know you have the qualities Go be GREAT.”
Several Premier League heavyweights scouted the teenager, but he committed his future to Man Utd.
Fans took to social media to react to the news, with one person writing: “Remember the name.”
Another commented: “One for the future!”
A third wrote: “Big potential in Silva Mexes, but still a young player. Let’s see how he develops.”
While a fourth added: “Another starboy!”
The teenager posed with the prestigious No7 shirt, synonymous with club legends such as Eric Cantona, Cristiano Ronaldo and David Beckham.
It is currently worn by Mason Mount in the senior squad.
