Man United starlet has ‘impressed’ Amorim, ‘approached’ to represent DR Congo | OneFootball

Manchester United have a proud legacy of nurturing talent in their academy and helping them achieve their potential.

Among the rising stars in their academy, Godwill Kukonki is emerging as one of the most exciting prospects with a future full of promise.

The Manchester Evening News has revealed that Kukonki, who was born in England, has been approached to represent the Democratic Republic of Congo’s international team.

The centre-back has already ‘impressed’ manager Ruben Amorim.

The report further revealed that ‘Amorim assessed academy youngsters in his first training in November, and Kukonki was the only prospect who made an impression’.

Kukonki has a big future

The 17-year-old has already been part of multiple matchday squads under Amorim.

The Portuguese manager is renowned for working with young players.

Kukonki appears to be the standout young talent primed for a debut under Amorim’s watchful eye this season.

Despite only recently turning 17, he has already made a regular impact for the United U21s, showcasing his immense potential.

This speaks volumes about the club’s confidence in his abilities, as they clearly see him as a step ahead of his peers in the academy.

He has yet to represent England, but Congo’s approach could put pressure on them.

They will not want to miss out on a bright talent who could serve them for more than a decade.

His case for getting involved with the national team will further strengthen if Amorim hands him his much-awaited debut soon.

With Lisandro Martinez sidelined through injury, Kukonki’s chances of making his senior debut have improved.

Given United’s shortage of left-footed defenders, he could emerge as a key option for the left-centre-back role.