Man Utd wonderkid Anthony Elanga idolises Thierry Henry, has already scored first senior goal and signed bumper deal

BRILLIANT Anthony Elanga is properly on his solution to changing into Manchester United's subsequent youth success story.

The Swedish winger, 19, has been tipped to affix a Championship aspect on mortgage within the January switch window, with first crew expertise the purpose.

Anthony Elanga, 19, scored his first senior Man Utd purpose in opposition to WolvesCredit score: Paul Marriott - The Solar

The Swedish winger scored a bullet header any goal man can be happy withCredit score: Getty

After all, Crimson Devils followers will already find out about his prowess from final season.

The flying teenager scored his first senior purpose for United with a bullet header in opposition to Wolves on the ultimate day of the marketing campaign.

The youth star has impressed for the Beneath-23's once more this season, however has discovered game-time restricted.

Nonetheless, some followers are calling for him to begin forward of England worldwide Marcus Rashford.

Elanga made his senior debut in opposition to LeicesterCredit score: AP

Elanga has 4 objectives in eight video games for the Beneath-23s this seasonCredit score: Getty

Soccer is one thing that may be very a lot in his blood.

His dad Joseph Elanga was an expert footballer, who earned 17 caps for Cameroon and was referred to as as much as the 1998 World Cup squad.

Anthony was beforehand handed the distinguished Jimmy Murphy Younger Participant of the Yr award, which has been gained by first-teamers Marcus Rashford and Mason Greenwood previously.

Whereas again in March, Elanga was rewarded for his fast progress with a brand new long-term deal at Previous Trafford.

Anthony Elanga is the newest promising expertise coming by way of the Man Utd ranksCredit score: Getty Photographs - Getty

19-year-old ahead and Swedish youth star Elanga gained the distinguished Jimmy Murphy Younger Participant of the Yr award final seasonCredit score: Sportsfile

KEEPING IT IN THE FAMILY

Anthony's father Joseph might say he taught him every part he knew.

However the elder Elanga, now 42, wasn't a ahead like his son. He was a defender, who made a profession for himself in Europe - in international locations together with Greece, Sweden and Denmark, earlier than retiring in 2012.

His finest years had been with Malmo from 2000-2005, who he gained the Swedish championship with in 2004. He would be a part of the membership for one season once more in 2010 and win a second league title.

Joseph was a member of the Cameroon 1998 World Cup squad, however did not play a sport.

Throughout his profession, nevertheless, he did handle to achieve 17 caps for his nation.

Joseph Elanga performed in Europe for golf equipment together with Malmo and Brondby (pictured right here)Credit score: Getty

Elanga Sr performed 17 occasions for Cameroon and was picked for his or her 1998 World Cup squadCredit score: Alamy

A THREAT UPFRONT

United's youth sides are blessed with promising forwards, with the likes of Shola Shoretire, Charlie McNeill and Dillon Hoogewerf all exhibiting they've a vibrant future within the sport.

Like them, Elanga has the flexibility to play out extensive or although the center as a No9.

Predominantly right-footed, he makes use of his tempo and talent to beat his man, typically reducing in earlier than unleashing a shot on purpose.

His solo runs are harking back to a younger Ryan Giggs, who might take three or 4 gamers out of a sport in a single swashbuckling gallop.

Elanga has been with the Crimson Devils because the U12s, becoming a member of the academy from Sunday League aspect Hattersley FC.

In 2019-20, after a prolific season with the U18 aspect with who he scored seven occasions in 9 video games, he was the recipient of the Jimmy Murphy Younger Participant of the Yr award

In March Elanga signed a long-term take care of the Crimson DevilsCredit score: Getty

Elanga has an eye fixed for purpose and was beforehand named Utd academy participant of the 12 monthsCredit score: Getty

Predominantly right-footed, Elanga likes to float to the left and reduce in in direction of purposeCredit score: Getty

Anthony Elanga's 🚀 in opposition to Newcastle pic.twitter.com/ojXzHNxTH7

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HOPEFUL FOR THE FUTURE

Elanga - who scored two objectives in 5 matches for Sweden's U17s - had excited Solskjaer in coaching earlier than his first-team debut.

"He’s obtained an X issue, some attributes, it’s not like a present, however he’s obtained the acceleration, tempo, pace, that’s a given for wingers and he’s obtained qualities I like," the Norwegian defined.

"He’s a goalscoring winger, he’s assured, he likes to beat males, proper foot, left foot, he’s obtained an incredible perspective."

#MUAcademy: Anthony Elanga was on course in our Beneath-18s' 3-1 win over Newcastle on Saturday with this excellent solo effort. 🔥 pic.twitter.com/HOs9IEkvYL

— Manchester United (@ManUtd) March 17, 2019

Humble Elanga understands he has to work laborious to attain common first crew soccerCredit score: Instagram anthonyelanga

Elanga can see a pathway to the United first crew after seeing the likes of Marcus Rashford and Mason Greenwood flourishCredit score: Getty

Elanga is equally as optimistic for his future, and is aware of what he has to do to impress his boss.

Again in November he advised PA, "You take a look at the likes of Mason and Rashy, there's a pathway there.

"It simply reveals you that when you’re keen to place the work into it and proceed to work laborious day in, day trip in coaching there’s a pathway for you there."

HEROES IN THE GAME

In an interview with The Athletic final 12 months, Elanga revealed who he fashions his sport on.

"Thierry Henry was my idol and I attempted to match my sport along with his," he mentioned.

"He was fast. He might play wherever throughout the entrance three – striker, left wing, proper wing – and that’s how I wish to replicate my sport."

Solskjaer mentioned Elanga has an X-Issue about him and a promising futureCredit score: Getty

Elanga idolises Thierry Henry and tries to repeat his hero's sportCredit score: Getty

Manchester United legend Gary Neville caught a glimpse of Elanga in full flight, when he co-commentated on United Beneath-21s 6-0 win over Salford Metropolis within the EFL Trophy final 12 months.

He mentioned the teenager was a "nightmare to play in opposition to" and referred to as his purpose "Thierry Henry-esque."

If he is half the participant Henry was, United have gotten themselves an actual expertise.