Manchester United set to sign Derby County wonderkid Blake Henry
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 19, 2026, 2:40 PM
Last updated Jun 19, 2026
Manchester United plans to sign 14-year-old Blake Henry from Derby County, as reported on June 19, 2026. Henry has attracted significant attention due to his remarkable goal-scoring record, netting 45 goals across all competitions last season. He made his debut for Derby in the U18 Premier League, becoming one of the youngest players to do so. Despite efforts by Derby to retain him, sources indicate he is likely to transfer to United this summer. Compensation owed to Derby will be determined based on various factors, including Henry's age and time spent at the academy.
- •Henry scored 45 goals for Derby County last season.
- •He made his U18 Premier League debut at a young age.
- •United has focused on youth signings since 2024.
- •Compensation for Derby will reflect Henry's developmental costs.
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