What Man Utd coaches have noticed about Noah Ajayi proves he could be Michael Carrick’s left-wing solution

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Noah Ajayi is one of Manchester United’s most exciting academy prospects, and he plays in a position that Michael Carrick needs to strengthen.

Last month, Michael Carrick confirmed that Manchester United would be in the market for a new left winger.

However, it now seems that United will head into next season with Matheus Cunha and Patrick Dorgu as the two options off the left.

That leaves space for a potential academy promotion, and Noah Ajayi is in a strong position to fight for a first-team spot.

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Noah Ajayi has wowed Man United academy staff

This season, Ajayi has been in exceptional form in the academy, playing a key role in the run to the FA Youth Cup final and scoring in the Premier League Cup final against Crystal Palace last week.

According to The Athletic, Ajayi has made quite an impression on staff around Carrington.

The report states that coaches are “highly impressed” by Ajayi and how easy he is to work with.

It adds that the 17-year-old talent has a strong work ethic both on and off the pitch. He is “eager” to study tape and videos to assess and analyse his performances.

Ajayi has three footballing role models he learns from, and he is taking strides towards becoming a first-team option for Michael Carrick.

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Noah Ajayi can be Man Utd’s left-wing solution

Instead of United splashing millions on a new left winger this summer, perhaps the long-term plan is to promote Ajayi and trust him in the first team.

Cunha has enjoyed a wonderful debut season at United and he has made that left-wing spot his own. But with four competitions to fight for in 2026/27, Carrick needs depth.

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Ajayi is already physically ready to play first-team football, and he has shown this season that he has the technical ability and the right mentality to step up.

While United fans are understandably concerned at the left-wing situation, Ajayi offers a solution that stays rooted to trusting in the academy.