What you need to know about Manchester United new signing Karim Cassim.
Manchester United are strengthening the academy with another swoop for a top young talent.
Following the agreement to sign David Eze from Manchester City, United have also snapped up his teammate, Karim Cassim. The club had first been linked with his signature in late June.
Cassim and Eze follow the Fletcher twins who quit City in 2023 to join United, a path also trodden by Ryan Giggs in the late 1980s.
MUFC Youth on X reported the double deals for Eze and Cassim, who will initially go into the club’s academy set up.
Karim Cassim to Manchester United
Here are the key facts you need to know about Karim Cassim…
- Date of birth: 12/9/2009 (current age 16)
- Position: Central midfield
- Nationality: English
Cassim made his Manchester City under-18s debut in January 2026. He played as a substitute in their FA Youth Cup run – although did not play in the final against United.
He scored his first goal for the under-18s in March in a 7-0 win over Wolves, and finished the season with three goals in 10 league appearances.
Cassim was also called up to the England under-17s team in March 2026, and has three appearances at this level, playing the full 90 minutes each time.
During his spell with the England under-17s side, Cassim lined up in the same starting XI as Manchester United wonderkid JJ Gabriel.
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Karim Cassim style of play
Karim Cassim is a versatile midfielder who has lined up for City and England as a holding player, but has also played further forward.
Cassim is comfortable running with the ball to carry possession forward in midfield, with his rangy stride enabling him to glide past opponents.
He is right-footed and has demonstrated an eagerness to shoot from the edge of the box when an opportunity presents itself.
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