Manchester United U21 captain Tom Thorpe has expressed his desire of making a step up to the first team.

Thorpe has been creating a very good impression in the youth side and the young defender has now expressed his desire of making a step up to the first team with the likes of Tyler Blackett and Paddy McNair serving as an inspiration.

"Seeing them play in the first team makes you feel like you could get a chance," he said.

"It does give you a confidence boost and you just have to work hard. I think the next stage is obviously first team football.

"That's clear for anyone - the fact that I've played in the reserves for a while, I've captained the reserves - so naturally that's the next step for me to take.

"You have conversations with your coach and your manager and you want to know your thoughts on how they see you and where they see you fitting into the team."