The Irish FA have confirmed Ethan Galbraith's move to Manchester United.
News of a move for the 16-year-old, who captains Northern Ireland's Under-17s and has already made his debut at U18 level for his country, was announced on the Irish FA's official site this morning.
Southampton hero Jim Magilton, the Irish FA's Elite Performance Director, said: “We are all delighted that Ethan has signed for Manchester United. He has been a part of our Elite Development Programme from the beginning, and we have been able to watch with enormous pride the huge progress he has made during that journey over the past four years.
"He was a pleasure to work with due to his character, attitude and enthusiasm for the game. He is an outstanding talent and I'm sure he will continue to develop and improve at such a fantastic club.
“We wish him all the very best and look forward to seeing him playing for Northern Ireland in the years to come."