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Ruben Amorim promises Man Utd youngsters 'will have space in our team' as he hails Jim Thwaites, Chido Obi and Ayden Heaven after comeback win against Hong Kong

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<p>United ended their post-season adventure in Asia on a high, staging a comeback to defeat Hong Kong 3-1 in their final exhibition match. Teenage striker Chido Obi grabbed the headlines with a pair of goals, before Ayden Heaven added a late third to seal the win. After a disappointing 1-0 loss to ASEAN All-Stars in Malaysia's capital, Kuala Lumpur, the result ensured that United concluded their financially lucrative Asian tour on a positive note, with promising glimpses into the club’s future.</p>

WHAT HAPPENED?

<p>Amorim was especially impressed with midfielder Jim Thwaites, who made an impact after coming off the bench. However, despite the positive display, the manager made it clear that performing well in friendlies is just one part of the development journey. The true test lies in whether these players can sustain their level and handle the demands of life in the Premier League.</p>

THE BIGGER PICTURE

<p>Speaking to the club media after the victory, Amorim said: "I really like the kids. I think Jimmy [Thwaites], in the last 15 minutes, as a midfielder, he wants to play. It doesn't matter how many minutes. These kind of young kids are really important. They will have space in our team."</p><p>The biggest talking point, however, was Chido Obi’s clinical brace. Amorim commended the 19-year-old forward but was quick to remind that scoring goals is only part of the challenge.</p><p>"Of course, it's a good feeling [for Obi to score twice] but he needs to continue to train really hard because the Premier League is a different world," he said. "We have to improve as a team but I'm really pleased with the kids. Ayden proved, in every game for the first team, he is ready to be an option. Of course, he has got to improve. It's important for us to control these kids, to show them to be a professional in Manchester United, it's really hard to maintain the level. He is starting and needs to continue."</p>

WHAT AMORIM SAID

<p>Although the tour has just wrapped, Amorim revealed his mind is already shifting towards next season’s preparations.</p><p>"Of course, to spend time with my family," he said. "But, like I said in the press conference, I am ready to start the next one. We have a lot to do. A lot to prepare. We have to think of the squad and we are changing building. It needs to be that everything is ready for the new season."</p>

DID YOU KNOW?

<p>With the post-season tour now complete, United’s players will be given a break before reconvening for their pre-season schedule, which begins with a clash against Leeds in Stockholm on July 19.</p>

WHAT NEXT FOR AMORIM?

Ruben Amorim promises Man Utd youngsters 'will have space in our team' as he hails Jim Thwaites, Chido Obi and Ayden Heaven after comeback win against Hong Kong | Goal.com

Ruben Amorim insisted that Manchester United youngsters &quot;will have space in our team&quot; after stitching a comeback win against Hong Kong.

Ruben Amorim promises Man Utd youngsters &apos;will have space in our team&apos; as he hails Jim Thwaites, Chido Obi and Ayden Heaven after comeback win against Hong Kong

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