Stephen Torpey highlights youth commitment at Manchester United
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 4, 2026, 2:26 PM
Last updated Jun 4, 2026
Stephen Torpey, Manchester United's academy director, emphasized the club's commitment to youth development amid the World Cup selections of former United youth players, including Hannibal Mejbri and Zidane Iqbal. According to Torpey, a total of nine former youth players are participating in the tournament. He noted that the presence of players like Tyler Fletcher, who received an unexpected call-up for Scotland, showcases the club's dedication to nurturing young talent, supported by head coach Michael Carrick's active involvement in youth matches. Carrick has been instrumental in this approach, regularly attending academy games and fostering a culture of youth development throughout the club.
- •Torpey cites nine ex-youth players selected for World Cup.
- •Fletcher's call-up highlights United's focus on youth.
- •Carrick attends academy games to support player development.
- •United has a strong history of promoting young talent.
- 2:26 PMYahoo Sports — Man Utd fans demand youth commitment - Torpey
"Nine former United youth team players have been selected for the 48-team tournament, including the likes of Hannibal Mejbri for Tunisia and Zidane Iqbal for Iraq. Three members of Thomas Tuchel's England squad – Kobbie Mainoo, Marcus Rashford and goalkeeper Dean Henderson – came through Old Trafford's youth ranks.
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