“We take great pride in supporting and witnessing the development of our staff. Adam is a fine example of that, moving up from the Under-16s to the Under-18s, enjoying success and now being ready to seek a new challenge in the game.
“The whole of the Academy thanks Adam for his service and wishes him the very best of luck for the future”
Lawrence added: “It has been a privilege to work for Manchester United. It has been a very special few years with this group; I’ve been fortunate to work with many of this season’s Under-18s right through from the Under-16s level and witness their growth as people as well as players.
“During the last two years, all the staff across the Professional Development Phase can be very proud of the work we have done to support the players. The style of play, the focus on individual development and the culture of the Academy that we have supported; it has been a real privilege to play my part in helping the group.
“I’m now ready for the next challenge but I’ll always cherish the memories made at this great club and can’t wait to see what the future holds for the players I’ve had the pleasure of working with.”
United said the process to appoint a new Lead Coach was underway and would “conclude ahead of the 2025/26 season.”
United’s Academy has undergone significant change this season. In November, “best-in-class youth developers” Tom Curtis and Simon Wiles joined as Head of Player Development for the Youth Development Phase (Under-13s to U16s) and Lead U14s Coach respectively.
Tommy Rowe joined earlier in the season as an over-aged player-coach for the U21s, while Neil Harris (Lead Youth Development Phase Coach), Stuart Leicester (Lead Coach on the Manchester United Schoolboy Scholarship Scheme), Chris Backhouse (Foundation Phase Lead Goalkeeping Coach) and Rich Ashcroft (Lead Youth Development Phase Coach) all departed.