Wayne Rooney’s son, Kai, has followed in his father’s footsteps as he signed the same deal that the legendary striker did during his time at Manchester United
Manchester United prospect Kai Rooney has signed with Triple S Sports Management, the identical agency that represented his father, Wayne. The international firm is operated by Wayne’s longstanding representative Paul Stretford, with the blueprint for Kai’s progression now apparently clear.
Confirming his signing, a statement on Instagram declared: “Delighted to announce the signing of @kairooney.10 to Triple S Sports!. We’re excited to begin working with the Manchester United forward as he continues his journey in the game. A bright future ahead. Welcome to the team, Kai!”
United legend Wayne Rooney has previously discussed his son’s potential in football and set out his expectations plainly.
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Speaking via the BBC last year, he said: “He has great coaches at Manchester United, so I take a stand off approach. I speak to him, but for me it’s all about his mentality and his mindset, to make sure he keeps enjoying it – that’s the main thing for me.”
Rooney Sr’s remarks concerning those mentoring his son, which includes former team-mate Darren Fletcher, were vindicated recently by their progression to the under-18s Premier League Cup final.
Rooney found the target in the 3-1 semi-final triumph over West Ham United, with the battle for silverware arranged for next month at Selhurst Park against Crystal Palace.
Fellow United talent JJ Gabriel, who has taken part in first-team training sessions, also netted with co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe in attendance at Carrington. Michael Carrick has also attended several academy matches since becoming interim head coach, but he was occupied with preparing the first-team for a Premier League clash against Newcastle United.
The 16-year old Rooney appears to be managing everything serenely despite the enormous pressure that could rest on his shoulders, with his mum Coleen recently revealing insight into this.
Speaking to The Times, she said: “He’s lived it from a young age. “When we used to go to matches when he was younger, he’d get a lot of people coming up saying, ‘Oh, are you Wayne Rooney’s son?
“But he’s strong-minded, always has been. I’ve got no worries in the way he deals with it. “It’s nice that we know what to expect.
“And we can try to guide him. Obviously, it’s his life, his passion. He can decide what he wants to do. But I think it’s good we’ve got the knowledge.”