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Man Utd news: Rines Arifi invited for trial, he’s dreamed about this since he was little
MANCHESTER UNITED are reportedly interested in signing Swedish wonderkid Rines Arifi.
Jose Mourinho's Manchester United have invited Rines Arifi for a trial
Arifi, 14, is regarded as one of Sweden’s brightest young prospects.
Manchester United pride themselves on scouting the global network and bringing in potential stars for the future.
And Arifi, who plays for Malmo-based Husie IF, has been given the chance to shine after being offered a trial by the Premier League giants.
His father Hajriz Arifi has confirmed he will attend his trials towards the end of October and if he his successful he will sign on the dotted line and become part of their infamous academy.
“It has been through an agent, Franck Betullat. He wanted to try him on a separate workout and was very pleased,” Hajriz told Swedish outlet 24malmo.se.
“Afterwards he contacted Manchester United who invited us 23-29 October.
“United will judge him in several different ways as I have understood it.
“But if they like him, Rines will be invited to their academy.”
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It feels great. I've dreamed about it since I was little
The youngster also expressed his delight at being invited to Manchester, admitting that this is something he has dreamt about since he was little.
“It feels great. I've dreamed about it since I was little,” Rines said.
“I’m a stable inner field player, good game spirit, power and a good shot.”
He also revealed that his favourite teams are United and Real Madrid.
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