Kai Rooney has impressed this seasonManchester United prospect Kai Rooney may be afforded the opportunity to progress into the club's senior squad this summer. Rooney Jr secured the Premier League Shield with United's Under-16s on Tuesday. Alongside the younger Rooney, United are reportedly keen to involve academy prospect JJ Gabriel. Kai Rooney's statement on his Instagram storyShould Rooney Jr receive the call-up, his prohibition on wearing his preferred Puma boots could also be removed. But he's played for the U18s a few times and he can then wear his Puma boots.

Source: Express March 29, 2026 12:20 UTC