Shea Lacey and Chido Obi Excluded from Man United’s Premier League Squad
Manchester United has officially released its 23-man squad for the Premier League season following the closure of the January transfer window. Notably, young players Shea Lacey and Chido Obi were excluded from this roster.
Exclusions from the Squad
Shea Lacey and Chido Obi are among the promising talents who will not be part of Michael Carrick’s official squad. Their absence, however, does not prevent them from participating in matches for the team during the remainder of the season.
Eligibility of Young Players
- Players under the age of 21 do not require registration in the senior squad.
- Instead, they are included in an academy squad list.
- This allows them to be called up for matches as needed.
Other young players, such as Jack Fletcher, also fall into this category. They remain eligible to play, though not listed in the primary squad submitted to the league.
Squad Submission Rules
In Premier League regulations, each club must submit two squad lists throughout the season. The first is due at the end of the summer transfer window to accommodate new signings. A second list is updated following the January window to reflect any player movements or returns from loan deals.
Manchester United’s 23-Man Squad
Following the latest submission, Manchester United’s squad remains unchanged from September. The minimal transfer activity means the squad consists of familiar faces.
| Position | Players |
|---|---|
| Goalkeepers | Bayindir, Heaton, Lammens |
| Defenders | Dalot, De Ligt, Dorgu, Heaven, Maguire, Malacia, Martinez, Mazraoui, Shaw, Yoro |
| Midfielders | Casemiro, Fernandes, Mainoo, Mount, Ugarte |
| Forwards | Amad, Cunha, Mbeumo, Sesko, Zirkzee |
This roster reflects the club’s commitment to stability, despite the excitement surrounding its young talent. Lacey and Obi’s potential future contributions remain a point of interest for supporters as the season progresses.
