Manchester United rising star Chido Obi-Martin has opened up about the important advice he received from his manager, Ruben Amorim, as he continues his rapid progression at the club. The 17-year-old forward revealed that Amorim has stressed the importance of humility and maintaining a strong work ethic as he eyes more opportunities to feature in the senior squad amidst the struggles of other attacking players, most notably Rasmus Højlund.

Obi-Martin, who made his debut for the senior team back in February, has now made five substitute appearances for Manchester United. His most recent appearance came during the club’s disappointing 1-0 defeat to Wolves, where he came off the bench in the latter stages of the game. Despite the limited minutes on the field, Obi-Martin’s attitude and adaptation to the pace of first-team football have impressed the coaching staff at Old Trafford. His maturity has been particularly noted as Højlund, the club’s primary striker, has struggled with just three goals in 28 league appearances this season. With the ongoing goal-scoring woes in attack, Obi-Martin has been viewed as a potential solution for more responsibility in the squad.

Speaking to club media, Obi-Martin explained Amorim’s guidance, saying: “He’s just told me to be humble and keep working hard every day. Hopefully, I get more opportunities soon.” Amorim’s words of wisdom appear to have had a lasting impact on the young striker, who is eager to prove his worth when called upon. The advice to remain humble comes at a critical juncture in Obi-Martin’s career, as he is gradually transitioning from youth football to the senior team, and this mindset could be key to his success in the competitive atmosphere at Manchester United.

Obi-Martin also expressed his gratitude toward his parents for instilling in him the values of discipline and a coachable mindset. These values have helped him thrive in his rapid rise through the ranks, allowing him to stay grounded as he adapts to the demands of first-team football. “I’ve learnt to think quicker and be smarter,” Obi-Martin added. “First-team training is another level compared to the Academy, so it’s been a big step up.” His ability to quickly adjust to the faster tempo of senior training has been one of the factors that has impressed Amorim and his coaching staff.

As Manchester United prepares for their upcoming match against Bournemouth this weekend, all eyes are on Amorim’s selection decisions. With Højlund’s struggles and the team’s need for a fresh attacking option, the spotlight could be on Obi-Martin to potentially earn more playing time, especially after his strong performances in training and brief outings for the first team. It remains to be seen whether Amorim will give him a more prominent role in the match against Bournemouth, but the young forward is determined to seize any opportunity that comes his way.