Who is Hubert Graczyk? Third Arsenal academy coup on Man United bench vs Leicester City
Manchester United take on Leicester City in the FA Cup fourth round this Friday night - and Ruben Amorim sees it as an opportunity to trust in youth.
Having defeated Arsenal via a penalty shoot-out in the competition's third round last month, Man United were rewarded with a fourth round draw against another fellow Premier League side - Leicester City.
This time at Old Trafford, Amorim has opted to name another strong starting line-up. Amad Diallo, Bruno Fernandes and Andre Onana are all amongst the starters - there is even a place for Patrick Dorgu to make his debut following a winter switch from US Lecce.
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Onana's inclusion is a surprise, given back-up Altay Bayindir was crowned hero for his shoot-out heroics in the last round. But the Turkish star does not even make the bench tonight, opening a place on the bench for Hubert Graczyk - but who is the young goalkeeper?
Who is Hubert Graczyk?
Graczyk was born on February 23, 2003, making him 21-years-old. He is a goalkeeper holding the squad number 48. He started in Everton's academy, later had a trial with Crystal Palace and this was when he was first scouted by Arsenal. He joined the Gunners aged 14 and played through to Under-21s level.
When did Hubert Graczyk join Man United?
Graczyk transferred to Man United last summer. He had been released by Arsenal, making the process an easy one. He is the third youngster to join the club from the Premier League rivals after striker Chido Obi-Martin last summer and defender Ayden Heaven this winter.
The 21-year-old was yet to be named in a senior Man United matchday squad prior to this evening, instead seeing the majority of his 2024/25 action with the club's Under-21s. Amorim has been a big fan and promoted him to the first team, even allowing him to warm-up with the major stars at the Emirates Stadium in last round's match against his former club.
Which country does Hubert Graczyk play for?
Graczyk was born in Skwierzyna, Poland, to Polish parents but moved to England at the age of two. He has represented the country he has resided in for the majority of his life at Under-16, Under-17 and Under-18s levels; however, he has most recently switched to Polish nationality at Under-19 level. He is yet to make an appearance for his country of origin.
