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Kai Rooney, 15, Reveals Injury Setback After Man United Academy Rise

The teenager posted a photo in a protective boot with crutches, with no diagnosis or return date disclosed.

Overview

  • Kai shared an Instagram mirror selfie showing a right-foot protective boot and crutches with the caption "Life can't get worse."
  • Multiple outlets report the injury occurred while he was playing for Manchester United's development side.
  • Neither the nature of the injury nor the expected recovery timeline has been confirmed by the club or medical sources.
  • The setback follows a rapid ascent that included a promotion to the Under-19s at age 15 and eye-catching goals for the Under-18s after a strong summer.
  • Wayne Rooney has reiterated he takes a light-touch approach to advice as supporters offered sympathy for the youngster's enforced spell out.