Charlie McNeill (footballer)

Charlie Martin McNeill (born 9 September 2003) is an English professional footballer who plays as a forward for club Manchester United.

Born in Droylsden, McNeill started his career with Manchester United, who he supported growing up, before leaving for city rivals Manchester City in 2014.

While with City, McNeill scored over 600 goals at youth level.

In 2020, Manchester United agreed a deal for McNeill worth a reported £750,000.

He continued his prolific form that made him a highly regarded prospect at Manchester City, scoring 24 goals in 21 games in his first season with the United U18 squad.

He made his debut for United's first team as a substitute in the UEFA Europa League match against Real Sociedad on 8 September 2022, the day before his 19th birthday.

On 31 January 2023, McNeill signed for League Two club Newport County on loan until the end of the 2022–23 season.

He made his Newport debut in the starting line-up for the League Two 2-1 win against Swindon Town on 4 February 2023.

He scored his first goal for Newport in the 3-1 League Two win against Tranmere Rovers on 18 March 2023.

In September 2023, McNeil joined EFL League One club Stevenage on loan for the remainder of the 2023–24 season.

Having struggled for gametime, he returned to his parent club on 3 January 2024.

McNeill has a contract with German brand Adidas, which could reportedly rise to a value of £1 million.

Manchester United U18