Manchester United's Former Young Star
Manchester United once had Tahith Chong, one of the best youngsters in the world, nominated for the Golden Boy award in 2019.
However, his career has taken a downturn, and he is now at the bottom of the Championship.
In 2025, only one Manchester United player, Leny Yoro, is included in the top 25 Golden Boys, a situation that needs to be addressed by Ruben Amorim.
A Golden Boy nomination doesn’t guarantee a player will become top class.
- In 2019, Manchester United had two players in the top 80 of the Golden Boy: Diogo Dalot and Tahith Chong.
- A year ago, the club boasted three players in the top 25 Golden Boys, but now only one remains.
Alejandro Garnacho was sold, and Kobbie Mainoo’s struggles have seen him drop out of the top 25.
Author's summary: Manchester United's youth development is concerning.