Former Arsenal starlet Chido Obi-Martin scored a hat-trick just 14 minutes into his first start for Manchester United Under-18s on Saturday.
The highly-rated striker took just 16 seconds to open the scoring for United against Nottingham Forest, with further goals following in the fifth and 14th minutes.
Obi-Martin made his debut for United last weekend when he featured as a substitute against Sunderland.
The Denmark youth international was offered a scholarship contract by Arsenal but elected to turn it down in order to continue his development at United.
Against Forest, Obi-Martin demonstrated his composure in front of goal as well as his excellent positioning.
Chido Obi-Martin scored a hat-trick just 14 minutes into his first Man United Under-18s start
The prolific forward put United ahead after just 16 seconds against Nottingham Forest
Obi-Martin signed for United after having to wait following his departure from Arsenal
During his time at Arsenal, Obi-Martin scored a record-breaking 32 goals in just 20 appearances for the Gunners’ Under-18 side. His return last season was the most ever scored by an Arsenal player at that level in a single campaign, beating the previous record held by Folarin Balogun.
In addition, Obi-Martin also featured for Arsenal at Under-19 an Under-21 levels as well as training with the first-team.
Last season Obi-Martin scored ten goals in one game for Arsenal Under-16s against Liverpool. He also hit seven goals for the Under-18s against Norwich and scored five against West Ham.
Last season Obi-Martin scored a remarkable 32 goals for Arsenal at Under-18 level
The tall forward had to wait over two months for his transfer to be ratified by the Premier League but is now ready to make a major impact at United.
He reportedly turned down the chance to earn more money abroad due to being convinced by United’s project.
Obi-Martin, who was born in Glostrup, currently represents Denmark at Under-18 level, although he previously played for England Under-16s.
