FITZGERALD’S LANDMARK MOMENT
Congratulations to Jayce Fitzgerald, who was part of a senior matchday squad for the first time in United’s 5-2 victory over Leicester City on Wednesday. Interim head coach Ruud van Nistelrooy said this to MUTV post-match:
“It was fantastic to have him today in the dressing room. I asked him what his feelings were and he was proud and [he said] it was a dream come true.
“He is a 17-year-old lad, doing really well in the academy like Jack Fletcher, Harry Amass and Ethan Wheatley as well. They are gaining experience in training sessions and are also close around the team for games like this.
“For them, it is fantastic; for their development, even more.”
Jayce’s inclusion, alongside another seven Academy graduates, marked 87 years with an Academy graduate in every United matchday squad. It’s a remarkable record that stretches across more than 4,250 games.
