Jim Thwaites
| Personal information | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Full name | Jim Alec Joseph Thwaites | ||
| Date of birth | 20 December 2007 | ||
| Place of birth | Bolton, England | ||
| Position(s) | Midfielder | ||
| Team information | |||
Current team | Manchester United | ||
| Number | 92 | ||
| Youth career | |||
| Years | Team | ||
| Manchester United | |||
Jim Alec Joseph Thwaites (born 20 December 2007) is an English professional footballer who plays as a midfielder for Manchester United.
Career
[edit]As a youth player, Thwaites joined the youth academy of Premier League side Manchester United. During the 2023–24 season, he played for the club's under-16 team, under-18 team, and under-21 team.[1]
Ahead of the 2024–25 season, he signed a first-year scholarship and started training with the senior team.[2] Later that season, he played in the UEFA Youth League.
Style of play
[edit]Thwaites plays as a midfielder. Known for his set piece ability, he has received comparisons to Spain international Thiago Alcântara.[3]
English news website Breaking The Lines wrote in 2025 that he "can operate as both a tempo controller in deeper zones and a chance creator in advanced areas. His ability to turn away from opponents in all areas of the pitch makes him highly effective as an all-phase midfielder".[3]
References
[edit]- ^ "Who is Jim Thwaites? Man United's set piece starlet promoted by Ruben Amorim". Manchester Evening News. 19 November 2024. Retrieved 29 May 2025.
- ^ "16-year-old Jim Thwaites joins first team training ahead of Brighton and Hove Albion match". Yahoo Sports. 22 August 2024. Retrieved 29 May 2025.
- ^ a b "Jim Thwaites: Manchester United's Very Own Thiago Alcântara". Breaking The Lines. 7 April 2025. Retrieved 29 May 2025.