United Sign Hearts Youngster

Manchester United have coughed up £50,000 for Hearts teenager Daniel Galbraith. The 16-year-old midfielder from Galashiels has moved to Old Trafford as he seeks to follow in the illustrious footsteps of Darren Fletcher. It is the second time in recent years that Sir Alex Ferguson has sanctioned a compensation payment to Hearts for a young player. David Gray, who could eventually cost United £75,000, moved south a couple of years ago and has recently won a new contract as he seeks to graduate to the Old Trafford first team. “I can confirm that we have completed a deal for the ‘transfer’ of Daniel to Manchester United,” said John Murray, head of the Hearts Youth Academy at Riccarton. “He is a talented young player and we wish him well in Manchester. To be fair to United, they did everything above board. They came on to us about him and agreed a compensation package.” Murray would not confirm figures, but it is believed Hearts will receive £50,000 in total - a decent enough sum for an established SPL player, says the Daily Mail. Anyone seen or heard about this young lad? your thoughts please