Manchester United have completed the signing of 15-year-old centre-back Harley Emsden James in a move that shows the club’s commitment to building for the future.The Red Devils have a rich history of investing in young players and under the current leadership, they are keen on continuing the club’s tradition of signing the best young talent in the world.According to reliable transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, United have received Premier League approval to complete the transfer, and the deal is now completed with the trademark “here we go” from the Italian journalist.Emsden James, regarded as one of the most promising defensive prospects in his age group, has been on United’s radar for over a year.Man United have been tracking Harley Emsden JamesRomano reports that the club’s recruitment team has been tracking the young centre-back closely for the past 12 to 14 months, impressed by his quality.The 15-year-old has already shown maturity and leadership in youth matches, catching the attention of several Premier League clubs before United moved decisively to secure his signature.The Red Devils believe Emsden James can develop into a key player for the first team in the future if he continues his current trajectory.United’s academy has a rich history of developing elite-level talent, with players like Kobbie Mainoo and Alejandro Garnacho recently making the step up from youth football to the senior squad.More Stories / Latest NewsMan United complete defensive signing as Fabrizio Romano confirms it with ‘here we go’Jul 10 2025, 7:21“Zero ambition” – Over 1,000 Arsenal fans sign anti-Madueke petition & send angry messages to “clueless” clubJul 10 2025, 7:18Crystal Palace are keen on signing £40m Man City starJul 10 2025, 6:57Red Devils have a history of investing in youthMan United have completed the signing of Harley Emsden James. (Picture via: Fabrizio Romano)The signing of Emsden James is an example of the club’s strategy of investing in top youth talent to secure the next generation of first-team stars, a crucial part of the club’s identity which the INEOS led leadership is interested in adopting.Emsden James will enter a development environment renowned for nurturing potential while providing opportunities for youth players to train alongside the first team.United view Emsden James as a “major talent for the future,” and the club will now begin integrating him into their youth system as they look to develop him in the coming years.While signing players for the first team is a priority at Old Trafford this summer, preparing the youth for the future on the other hand is equally important.Report: Ruben Amorim makes major U-turn on unwanted Man United star The post Man United complete defensive signing as Fabrizio Romano confirms it with ‘here we go’ appeared first on CaughtOffside.