Ethan Laird was born in Basingstoke but was raised in Manchester and joined Manchester United at the age of 10. Since making his debut at U18 level during the 2017/18 season, Laird has made 54 appearances at academy level, scoring four goals and assisting a further 16. Earlier this season, in the UEFA Europa League against Astana in Kazakhstan, which is something that will leave him thirsty for more in the future. During his time in the academy, Laird has built a reputation for himself which shows him as a very tough tackler, he can attack from either side, playing at fullback and is known to be very quick when running short distances, which is something United will be loo… Read more
Rise to Fame

Rise To Fame: Callum Gribbin – once compared to Ryan Giggs but he wants to be himself!
Academy, Feature, Managers, Opinion, Rise to Fame, U23's 0Salford-born Callum Gribbin has continued his rise to fame at Manchester United, making his breakthrough into the U23’s last season. This season, after recovering f… Read more

Rise To Fame: Tosin Kehinde training with the first team and could debut against the Baggies
Academy, Feature, First Team, Managers, News, Opinion, Rise to Fame, U23's 0Manchester United Academy star Tosin Kehinde has been training with the first team ahead of their Premier League clash with West Bromwich Albion on Sunday afternoon. The … Read more

Rise To Fame: Josh Harrop; a telephone call away from success…
Academy, Feature, First Team, Managers, Opinion, Rise to Fame 0If the name Josh Harrop was mentioned a few years ago, many Manchester United supporters would be able to tell you that he was a talented player with the Academy, one who… Read more

Rise To Fame: Angel Gomes; Manchester United’s young debutant
Academy, Feature, First Team, Managers, Opinion, Rise to Fame 0Angel Gomes is one of the most exciting players at Manchester United at this moment in time. The 16-year-old has been playing in the U18’s for the last two seasons,… Read more
Rise To Fame: Sean Goss – The next Michael Carrick?
Academy, First Team, Managers, Opinion, Rise to Fame 0Sean Goss was signed by Manchester United from Exeter City back in the summer of 2012 for an initial fee of £100,000, according to reports by the BBC at the time. Goss, … Read more
Rise To Fame: Regan Poole; compared to Rio Ferdinand, this Welshman could make the grade
Academy, Managers, Opinion, Rise to Fame, U23's 0Manchester United made a move for Welsh defender Regan Poole towards the end of the 2015 summer transfer window, with the player waiting for the move to happen. He eventu… Read more