To develop young football talent in India, UK-based sports tourism company -- Premier Explore -- has tied up with Manchester United Soccer School to launch the 'Premier Explore Cup'.
To be held in the UK during July 2016, the eight-day event will have under-16 players from the top 10 schools of Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore and Kolkata, the organisers said today.
"All the students of this program will undergo a comprehensive course covering the technical, tactical, physical, mental and social elements of the game in a fun and friendly atmosphere," Peter Watts, founder and director of Premier Explore, said adding that they want to develop footballing talent in the country.
The regional trials will begin from this November, where professional UEFA and FA qualified coaches from the UK will be assessing the players on their physical attributes, ball mastery and natural ability.
From these trials, 16 players will be selected to represent their city at the Premier Explore Cup, and will depart for the UK to experience the opportunity of a lifetime.
For the first six days post arriving in the UK, each team will take part in a comprehensive Manchester United Soccer School residential coaching course, with its own personal coach.
