Leicester sign Man Utd youngsters Nick Powell and Tom Lawrence

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Nick Powell has made only three starts for Manchester United since joining from Crewe in June 2012

Newly-promoted Leicester City have signed young Manchester United pair Nick Powell and Tom Lawrence.

Midfielder Powell, 20, joins the Foxes on a season-long loan, while forward Lawrence, also 20, moves permanently for an undisclosed fee.

The Wales Under-21 international has signed a four-year deal at the King Power Stadium.

Powell, who joined United for £4m in June 2012 from Crewe, spent last season on loan at Championship side Wigan.

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