Manchester United targets two Manchester City youth internationals this summer
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 1, 2026, 10:05 AM
Last updated Jul 1, 2026
Manchester United aims to recruit 16-year-olds Xavier Parker and Karim Cassim from Manchester City's academy this summer. This move comes amid a competitive recruitment drive under Manchester United’s INEOS ownership, focusing on securing top domestic youth prospects. City’s youth academy, recognized for its success, faces potential losses as both clubs engage in a tug-of-war for the teenagers. City Academy director Thomas Krucken and Elite Development Squad coach Oliver Reiss are expected to counter Manchester United's overtures to retain the talents in their ranks.
- •Manchester United targets Xavier Parker and Karim Cassim from City’s academy.
- •Parker has previous interest from Liverpool and a clear pathway at United.
- •City's academy staff are preparing counter-offers to retain the players.
- •The recruitment struggle reflects changes in youth development strategies.
- 10:05 AMYahoo Sports — Manchester United target double transfer swoop on Manchester City this summer
"A fresh recruitment drive within the Carrington youth ranks has taken a turn towards Man City.Two of the country’s most highly-rated 16-year-old youth internationals find themselves at the centre of...
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