Kai Rooney has suffered a devastating setback after sharing images of himself on crutches and in a medical boot, with the Manchester United youngster admitting on social media that 'life canât get worse'. The 15-year-old, son of Red Devils legend Wayne Rooney, has impressed at academy level but now faces a spell on the sidelines after his injury blow.
Kai Rooney shares post after suffering injury setbackMan Utd youngster pictured on crutches in a medical bootBlow comes weeks after call-up to the clubâs U19 squadFollow GOAL on WhatsApp! đ˘đąWHAT HAPPENED?
The teenage forward revealed the injury through an Instagram post on Monday, where he uploaded pictures showing himself on crutches with his right foot strapped in a medical boot. Rooney had recently been promoted to Manchester Unitedâs Under-19 squad after standout displays for the academy. He has since been back with the U18s and found the net in a 5-0 win against Middlesbrough before the injury struck.
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Sharing his frustration, Rooney wrote a short but telling message on his Instagram story: âLife canât get worse.â
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THE BIGGER PICTURE
Rooneyâs injury comes at a time when he was beginning to build momentum in Manchester Unitedâs academy. His rise to the U19 squad in August underlined the faith the club has in his talent. However, this injury threatens to halt his development at a crucial stage in his career.
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Manchester United are yet to confirm the severity of Rooneyâs injury or a recovery timeline. The clubâs medical team will monitor his progress closely in the coming weeks. The youngster will be hoping to return quickly and continue his journey through Unitedâs youth ranks.
