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Manchester United youngster Kai Rooney has signed for a new agency | Triple S Sports Management
The 16-year-old is one of the most exciting players in the Man Utd youth academy.
Manchester United youngster Kai Rooney has signed a deal to be represented by Triple S Sports Management.
The 16-year-old is one of the most exciting talents in the United academy and has teamed up with the same agency that represented his father, Wayne, during his playing career. Triple S is owned by agent Paul Stretford and signifies another important step in the future of the United youngster as he aims to follow in his father's footsteps at Old Trafford.
Rooney has attracted plenty of attention during his time in the United academy and recently caught the eye of co-owner Jim Ratcliffe when he scored for the U18s in their 3-1 victory over West Ham at the start of the month. The teenage attacker will hope to produce another star performance when United face Crystal Palace in the U18 Premier League Cup final next month.
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Kai Rooney signs with agency
Taking to social media on Monday night, Triple S Sports Management confirmed they had teamed up with Manchester United starlet Kai Rooney.
"Delighted to announce the signing of @kairooney.10 to Triple S Sports! We’re excited to begin working with the Manchester United forward as he continues his journey in the game. A bright future ahead. Welcome to the team, Kai!"
Triple S also represents United star Harry Maguire, along with former players James Garner and Jack Butland. They also manage fellow academy hopeful Shea Lacey, as well as Kai's dad, Wayne. The United legend was one of the thousands who interacted with the announcement, as he posted a love heart emoji in the comments section.
Rooney will hope for another chance to impress when United host Sunderland in the FA Youth Cup quarter-final at Old Trafford next week. The teenage winger has netted one goal and notched one assist in six appearances at U18s level this season.
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