United pair place major vote of confidence in talented youngsters with latest move – report

Manchester United have backed the talented duo of Kai Rooney and Jacey Carrick with a significant decision. Steady rise Kai and Jacey are just two of the exciting young gems currently rising through the ranks at United. The sons of United legends Wayne Rooney and Michael Carrick, Kai and Jacey are now charting their own paths in the sport. Kai made six appearances in the Under-18 Premier League last season as well as making his FA Youth Cup debut. His season was disrupted by injuries, which kept him from featuring more for Darren Fletcher’s side. Jacey, on the other hand, made just one appearance in the Under-18 Premier League last term. It has been confirmed that the talented pair are among a group of United youngsters who have put pen to paper on scholarship deals. Vote of confidence The Manchester Evening News reports that Kai and Jacey are two of eight players who attended the annual scholars night on Friday, in which youngsters were inducted into the Professional Development Phase group. The event was also attended by Rooney and Carrick. Rooney made time away from his World Cup broadcasting commitments, while Carrick was present in two capacities, first as United’s first-team manager and personally, as Jacey’s father. Rooney and Carrick watched proudly as their sons took a significant early step in their respective careers. As MEN note, a scholarship deal allows players to continue their development as footballers. It is regarded as the final step before the possibility of signing professional terms, which can come into effect from a player’s 17th birthday. The other starlets who have also signed scholarship contracts are Gazik Ibragimov, Edson Dejonge-Seiros, Harlem McLaughlin, Pharell Silvester, Connor Laurie and Jaume Camacho. Featured image Alex Livesey via Getty Images The Peoples Person has been one of the world’s leading Man United news sites for over a decade. Follow us on Bluesky: @peoplesperson.bsky.social Derick Kinoti Derick Kinoti is a football writer at The Peoples Person who has covered Manchester United and the Premier League extensively for years. His work blends sharp analysis, tactical insight, and engaging storytelling that resonates with fans around the world. Derick has gained valuable experience in football journalism, developing strong expertise in SEO writing, digital content creation, and social media engagement. A tech enthusiast with a Computer Science degree from the University of Nairobi, he ultimately swapped code for football commentary, bringing an analytical, detail-oriented approach to his writing. Derick is convinced Wayne Rooney is the true GOAT and won’t hear otherwise!