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Kai Rooney among 15 players to sign new deals with Manchester United

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 9, 2026, 6:40 AM

Last updated Jul 9, 2026

Kai Rooney among 15 players to sign new deals with Manchester United

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Kai Rooney, the son of Manchester United legend Wayne Rooney, is among 15 youngsters who signed new first-year scholarship contracts. The announcement occurred at a ceremony held at Old Trafford on July 9, 2026. Academy director Stephen Torpey expressed pride in the club’s youth development history while highlighting the achievements of the academy's graduates. Notable names beside Rooney include Jacey Carrick, son of former player Michael Carrick, and defender Harley Emsden-James. Manchester United continues to prioritize youth integration following a season where several academy players debuted for the first team.

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•Kai Rooney signs first-year scholarship with Manchester United
•15 young players ink new deals on July 9, 2026
•Ceremony held at Old Trafford with family and friends
•Stephen Torpey emphasizes academy’s significance
•Youth players include Jacey Carrick and Harley Emsden-James

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Manchester United have always regarded the academy as the lifeblood of the club.Youth historyFrom the rampaging Busby Babes of the 1950s to the Class of 92, United’s success has always been interlin...
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