- Manchester United have signed 17-year-old midfielder Karim Cassim from rivals Manchester City.
- Cassim was part of the City squad that won the FA Youth Cup last season, but is now set to move across Manchester.
- United confirmed the news of Cassim’s signing at a time when there is heightened focus on academy players.
- Earlier this month, it was revealed that 15-year-old talent JJ Gabriel had asked to leave Manchester United.
- Gabriel has starred for United at youth level but is yet to make his senior debut for the club.
Man United sign FA Youth Cup winner Karim Cassim from rivals Man City
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