Manchester United to build mini Old Trafford to save youth system

The academy conveyor belt that produced the Busby Babes, George Best and David Beckham is under threat from Man City

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With the famous Class of 92 long-retired and four months after forking out £36m on teenager Anthony Martial, Manchester United are considering a complete overhaul of their academy system in a bid to ensure they develop more homegrown talents.

The plan includes building a new 'mini stadium' next to Old Trafford for the club's youth team, and hiring full-time scouts in an attempt to keep pace with local rivals Manchester City and other big clubs.

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