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Manchester United set to sign Noah Ajayi to professional contract

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 19, 2026, 11:55 AM

Last updated Sep 19, 2026

Manchester United set to sign Noah Ajayi to professional contract

Summary

Manchester United has reportedly reached an agreement with 17-year-old forward Noah Ajayi, who will soon sign his first professional contract. Ajayi, currently with a scholarship contract, is eligible to turn professional after his 17th birthday last November. While United faces challenges with their youth program, including the potential departure of JJ Gabriel, they aim to secure Ajayi's talent. Known for his dribbling skills, Ajayi has been compared to Marcus Rashford. He has primarily played in the under-18 side and may begin training with the senior team under Michael Carrick, although competition for first-team minutes remains intense.

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By the Numbers

•Noah Ajayi set to sign first professional contract with Manchester United.
•Ajayi has been a standout in the under-18 squad.
•He is often compared to Marcus Rashford for his dribbling skills.
•The signing comes amid struggles in United's youth recruitment.
•Competition remains high for first-team positions, especially at left winger.

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11:55 AMYahoo Sports — Insider: Man Utd agree terms with 17-year-old dribbling wizard compared to Rashford

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Manchester United have reportedly reached an agreement with Noah Ajayi, who is now set to sign his first professional contract.The Red Devils are enduring difficult times, not only at the first-team l...
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