Cass Machin transfers from Manchester City academy to Cardiff City
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 4, 2026, 7:05 PM
Last updated Jul 4, 2026
Cass Machin has completed a permanent move from Manchester City to Cardiff City ahead of the 2026-27 season. The 16-year-old midfielder joined Cardiff City's U18 squad after being with Manchester City since U9, most recently featuring for their U16 team. Cardiff City confirmed the transfer via their social media, noting the opportunity for Machin to develop further under head coach Brian Barry-Murphy. Machin is among those aiming to transition from the academy to the first team as Cardiff prepares for the EFL Championship after their promotion. The club also announced the signing of defender Thierry Katsukunya from Aston Villa for their U21 squad.
- •Cass Machin transfers to Cardiff City on a permanent deal.
- •Machin previously played in Manchester City's U16 squad.
- •He is expected to join Cardiff City's U18 squad.
- •The move aligns with Cardiff's focus on youth development.
- •Cardiff also signed Aston Villa defender Thierry Katsukunya.
- 7:05 PMYahoo Sports — Manchester City academy talent makes permanent move to Cardiff City
"Man City academy player Cass Machin has joined Cardiff City on a permanent deal this summerThe midfielder featured in Man City’s U16 squad last seasonMachin is expected to be a part of Cardiff City�...
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