Jack Fletcher in Manchester United training (Photo by Ash Donelon/Manchester United via Getty Images)
Darren Fletcher’s son, Jack, trained with Manchester United’s first team today ahead of their must-win clash against Galatasaray.
The Red Devils realistically need to beat the Turks in order to qualify for the knockout stages of the Champions League.
Erik ten Hag was handed a much-needed fitness boost as Rasmus Hojlund and Antony returned to training today, with the Dutchman later confirming they are both available for selection.
But eagle-eyed United supporters spotted a less frequent face in training today as youngster Jack Fletcher trained with the first team.
Fletcher recently joined from City(Photo by Ash Donelon/Manchester United via Getty Images)
The 16-year-old, who was the only under-18 representative in the group, joined United from rivals Manchester City earlier this year.
Jack joined alongside his twin Tyler, and the pair are sons of United assistant coach Darren Fletcher.
While Jack was not selected as part of the travelling party to Istanbul, he’ll be buoyed to have been selected to train with the first team.
Kobbie Mainoo made a sensational Premier League full debut for United against Everton on Sunday at the age of 18.
Alejandro Garnacho, 19, scored a stunning overhead kick at Goodison Park and also emerged from United’s academy.
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