Kai Rooney sends four-word message as he learns harsh reality at Man UtdKai Rooney recently received some sad news at Manchester United, which he may use as motivation in the futureView 3 Images Kai Rooney still has a way to go before making it at Manchester United (Image: James Gill - Danehouse/Getty Images)Kai Rooney has been sent a stern reminder of the cutthroat nature of youth-team football after his friend was not offered a Manchester United scholarship. ‌Rooney, 16, has dreams of following in his legendary dad Wayne Rooney's footsteps by breaking into the United first team eventually. Wales youth international Walker confirmed his departure from United’s academy in an emotional Instagram post, which Rooney also commented on. ‌Kai Rooney has already shown his true colours with Man Utd first-team vow READ MORE :Wayne Rooney opens up on harsh change Kai had to make to fulfil Man Utd dream READ MORE :Walker wrote: "After 9 years at the club, this season will be my last. The teenager joined United’s academy aged 11 back in 2020.

Source: Daily Mirror February 21, 2026 15:37 UTC