Joe Rothwell

[S.E.Arising]

Manchester born Joe Rothwell joined United in 2001. Rothwell is a central midfielder and he has represented England at U16s & U17s.

[IrishManc.]

This lad is due a comment..... I'm probably like a broken record praising him but every time I see him he gets better and better. Didn't see the game this morning but judging on his performances thus far and also judging by how young he is, he is looking like a serious prospect. For as much as I have been enjoying Ross Barkley's performances this season I can't help but wonder if Rothwell was at a club like Everton would he be getting hyped up beyond belief and have rididculous transfer fees on his head. The answer is probably yes. He's not just a big prospect for United but for England also. I remeber watching him in the Victory shield last year, unaware he played for United, and he was head and shoulders above the rest really.

One of my favourite youngsters at the club. Doesn't seem to have any telling weaknesses - he was a bit small last year but seems to have grown over the summer. He also seems to have the right mentality so hopefully things go for him with injuries and the likes. Could well be a future star.

[JSNFRMN_MUFC]

He was quite quiet this morning I thought. Clearly one of our most talented youngsters though, I think people pointed that out a few years back when he played in the Premier Cup at Old Trafford that he was a bit special. Look forward to seeing him progress.

[g@mb!t]

He and Rudge have been my favorties so far this season. Next season's academy team will be amazing to watch, with all of these guys physically more built up and also more experienced.

[JSNFRMN_MUFC]

It's a shame Rudge got injured, he started off well.

[JSNFRMN_MUFC]

Joe Rothwell's done ligaments and his hip, out for 3 months. Big blow for the lad, he's looked very good.

[g@mb!t]

He was in excellent form too, really bad luck for him

[IrishManc.]

Could have been worse. Considering the way he went off I was expecting him to be out for longer but it's still very bad luck. I'd like to see Josh Harrop get a few games in Rothwells absence. He looks a similar player to Rothwell - saw him against Everton (I think) last season and he was very impressive. He's a bit young though so he might have to wait until the end of the season before he gets a chance.

[Sideshow Bob]

Any news on Rothwell, is he expected to return this season?

Update: He's back in training doing light running.