Wayne Rooney’s son Kai scores stunning goal for Man United against Man City

Like father, like son! Kai Rooney scores a stunning goal for Man United’s under-12 side against rivals City as youngster again shows he’s inherited plenty of talent from dad Wayne

This time, you don’t have to remember the name. You know it already.

Kai Rooney showed another glimpse of his huge talent with a lovely left-footed finish for Manchester United’s under-12 side against rivals Man City.

Wayne’s eldest son, 11, joined the Red Devils’ academy in December 2020 and is obviously keen to follow in his father’s footsteps and reach the top of the game.

Kai Rooney with his dad Wayne after signing for Manchester United’s academy in 2020 

Rooney with wife Coleen and their children Kai, Klay, Kit and Cass in a family Instagram snap

Rooney with wife Coleen and their children Kai, Klay, Kit and Cass in a family Instagram snap

Back in May, the young Rooney scored a hat-trick and set up the other three as United beat Stoke City 6-3. And a few months later, he scored four times in a match against Liverpool.

Now, Kai has put another of United’s rivals to the sword with a video clip showing him latching onto a through ball having peeled away from his marker and dispatched an immaculate left-footed shot over the keeper.

Rooney Jr spent time training with City’s youth teams at the age of seven before moving to America when his dad signed for DC United, playing for Bethesda SC Washington.

He then signed for United upon Rooney’s return to play and later manage Championship club Derby County.

Wayne Rooney posted these Instagram pictures of Kai signing for United back in 2020

Wayne Rooney posted these Instagram pictures of Kai signing for United back in 2020

Rooney with his sons Kit and Kai, who both play in Manchester United's academy teams

Rooney with his sons Kit and Kai, who both play in Manchester United’s academy teams 

Wayne Rooney scored one of the best goals in Premier League history against Man City

Wayne Rooney scored one of the best goals in Premier League history against Man City

Kai, the Rooneys' eldest son, pictured on the Old Trafford pitch after United's 2013 title win

Kai, the Rooneys’ eldest son, pictured on the Old Trafford pitch after United’s 2013 title win

After Kai signed his deal, Rooney said: ‘I’m a proud dad. He’s been working hard. He obviously came over to the States with us to continue with his football.

‘He went on trial with Manchester United and he’s impressed the coaches. He signed his forms yesterday so I’m delighted for him.

‘He did have other options, other clubs to go to but he decided he wants to sign for Manchester United, so it was his decision and not mine.’

His son Kit is also in United’s academy set-up.  

Excitingly for United fans, Kai Rooney and Cristiano Ronaldo Jr are also showing a great understanding for the under-12s team and recently both got themselves on the scoresheet in the same game.

Ronaldo Jr joined Manchester United's academy earlier this season and combines with Rooney

Ronaldo Jr joined Manchester United’s academy earlier this season and combines with Rooney

The Instagram account @risingballers shared news of the combination, making reference to the two academy players’ fathers. ‘Cristiano Jr & Kai Rooney both scored for Manchester United U12s. The pictures used were originally taken by @ejiro.akpoguma. 

‘Kai Rooney is on 10 goals in 5 games this month… This link up is familiar.’ 

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