How advice from Wayne Rooney and Cristiano Ronaldo, plus marking Marcus Rashford, has given former Manchester United youngster Tyrell Warren the hunger to prove himself at Boston United

Salford City loanee eyes return to the big time...
Tyrell Warren in Premier League 2 action against Tottenham Hotspur. Photo: GettyIMagesTyrell Warren in Premier League 2 action against Tottenham Hotspur. Photo: GettyIMages
Tyrell Warren in Premier League 2 action against Tottenham Hotspur. Photo: GettyIMages

Tyrell Warren used to spend his days rubbing shoulders with Manchester United greats Cristiano Ronaldo and Wayne Rooney. He went to school with Marcus Rashford and then attempted to mark his mate in training.

Now the former Red Devils academy youngster finds himself at Boston United, hoping the Pilgrims can help offer him a platform from which to begin climbing back up the footballing ladder.

The 21-year-old defender left Old Trafford in the summer, linking up with League Two Salford City.

Tyrell Warren. Photo: Eric BrownTyrell Warren. Photo: Eric Brown
Tyrell Warren. Photo: Eric Brown

But after struggling to get the game time he had hoped for, Warren has moved to York Street on an initial month-long loan.

After training with the Ammies in the daytime he links up with Boston one evening a week, a bit different to life 12 months ago.

“Last season there was (Paul) Pogba, (Alexis) Sanchex, players like, that and I was training with them,” he said.

"Rooney. Ronaldo. They used t be there every day before that. I’m thankful for every opportunity I’ve had.

Cristiano Ronaldo was one of the pros Warren would learn from. Photo: GettyIMagesCristiano Ronaldo was one of the pros Warren would learn from. Photo: GettyIMages
Cristiano Ronaldo was one of the pros Warren would learn from. Photo: GettyIMages

“They show you the standard, not just on the pitch but off the pitch. Their preparation for games, ice baths, stuff like that.

“I struggle to get in ice baths as they’re freezing, but you have to do it if you want to be the best.”

Training alongside Premier League royalty and international superstars taught Warren many things, among them the importance of always remaining switched on.

“I got loads of good advice, if you're not playing stay patient as your time could come any time,” he added.

Warren used to mark Marcus Rashford, his schoolmate, in training. Photo: GettyIMagesWarren used to mark Marcus Rashford, his schoolmate, in training. Photo: GettyIMages
Warren used to mark Marcus Rashford, his schoolmate, in training. Photo: GettyIMages

“If I’m on the bench not concentrating and the gaffer says ‘Tyrell, I need you’ and I’m not watching, that’s not being part of the team.

“They’ve taught me to always study games and see where I can affect them.”

Off the field, Warren’s studies saw him go to school with fellow United youngsters Tahith Chong, Angel Gomez, Brandon Williams and James Garner.

Rashford was in the year group above but Warren was still tasked with trying to stop him in training.

Wayne Rooney and Warren would rub shoulders at training. Photo: GettyIMagesWayne Rooney and Warren would rub shoulders at training. Photo: GettyIMages
Wayne Rooney and Warren would rub shoulders at training. Photo: GettyIMages

“He was unmarkable,” the Pilgrims loanee added.

“The players playing now, we grew up together as we went to school together.

“It’s good to see your mates doing well.”

Warren hasn’t given up on a return to the big leagues but knows that hard work is key.

“Boston’s a good platform for me to get games,” he told The Standard.

“I want to get back up there, but it’s a process. It could take a long time, a short time.

“I’ve just got to work hard and keep taking my chances.”

Joining Boston wasn’t a giant leap into the unknown.

Carl Piergianni, Jake Beesley and Mani Dieseruvwe, who have all had spells with Boston, have shared a Salford dressing room with Warren.

Meanwhile, best mate Demeaco Duhaney spent a loan spell with United earlier this season, before being recalled to feature for Huddersfield Town against Leeds United in the Championship.

Duhaney and Warren got to know one another as their schools were close by as the Terrier studied as part of the Manchester City academy.