Oliver Rathbone signs for Rochdale

Oliver Rathbone

Highly rated ex-Manchester United youngster Oliver Rathbone has signed for Rochdale.

The 20-year-old midfielder, who is a product of United’s Academy has penned a one-year-deal, effective from 1 July, after leaving United.

Rathbone said: “I’m very pleased to be here.

“When I found out I was leaving Manchester United, I spoke to my coach about potential clubs. He told me that Rochdale have great people and that it was a great club to come and play football at.”

He is Dale’s third new addition of the summer.