Manchester United prospect Godwill Kukonki has taken part in Ruben Amorim's first training session at the club. Youngsters who are making solid progress in the United academy are often drafted into first-team training when extra numbers are required at their training base, Carrington , with several players still away on international duty. Kukonki was among those in Amorim's first session, which has represented a huge milestone for the towering 6'5" defender.
The 16-year-old has been impressing in the Under-18s and was given a chance to shine in the final 10 minutes against Forest Green Rovers for the Under-21s in October. Despite his tender age, the youngster has been showing signs of the technical and physical prowess needed for senior football. The starlet's left-footed skills have made him a valuable asset, especially as he can play both centre-back and left-back positions.
He's even drawn early comparisons with Manchester City defender Josko Gvardiol. After United's failed attempts to sign left-footed centre-back Jarrad Branthwaite from Everton over the summer, Kukonki could now find his pathway to the first team clear. The Stoke-on-Trent-born defender notched up an assist against Liverpool in an August U18s fixture and netted in their recent resounding 9-0 triumph over Blackburn Rovers.
Kukonki's physical stature and his impressive height is expected to aid him as he strives for a spot in the first team, having climbed through the youth ranks in fast fashion. With a str.