Manchester United have officially completed the signing of Karim Cassim from Manchester City, adding another exciting young talent to their academy ranks. 🔴🔥
The 17-year-old midfielder has made the short journey across Manchester after leaving City, where he was part of the squad that lifted the FA Youth Cup last season. United have now confirmed the move following Premier League ratification.
Cassim is an England youth international, having represented the country up to Under-17 level, and he is regarded as an energetic, box-to-box midfielder capable of playing in different roles in the middle of the pitch.
🔥 And United reportedly have high hopes for him.
According to reports, there is a belief within the club that Cassim has the potential to develop into a first-team player in the future. He is expected to continue his development with United’s academy, with opportunities at Under-18 level likely to be an important part of his next step.
What makes the transfer even more interesting is that Cassim was part of a Manchester City setup that won the FA Youth Cup, meaning United have managed to bring in a youngster from the academy of their biggest local rival. 👀🔵➡️🔴
And this appears to be part of a wider push to strengthen the next generation at Carrington. United have also been linked with further young recruits from rival Premier League academies as the club continues to invest heavily in youth recruitment.
🚨 WELCOME TO MANCHESTER UNITED, KARIM CASSIM!
From wearing City colours to walking through the doors at Old Trafford, the teenager now begins a completely new chapter. ❤️🔴
The big question is simple…
Could Cassim become another academy gem who eventually makes the journey from Carrington to the Old Trafford first team? 👀🌟
Only time will tell, but United have officially secured the youngster — and his journey as a Red starts now. 🔴🔥
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