Man Utd and Man City caught in age fraud scandal over six academy stars with fears some could be ADULTS

MANCHESTER UNITED and Manchester City have allegedly been caught up in an age fraud scandal over six academy stars.

The Telegraph reports there are fears that some of the foreign-born youngsters may actually have been adults.

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The outlet claims to have seen evidence, including photos, potentially implicating the six as having played in older age groups back in their homelands.

None of the players have been named.

Neither United or City are suggested to have known they were not the age they were said to be.

But both clubs are aware of the evidence that has emerged.

Three of the six players have gone on to play for England youth teams.

Parents of other children at United and City’s academy previously raised concerns with staff about the six players in question.

United and City, as well as the Premier League and Home Office, declined to comment on whether they have taken, or will take, any action.

But City insist they have not strayed from all the required and relevant legal and regulatory obligations.

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They added that it’s not uncommon for star youth players to compete in older age groups.

A statement from Manchester United added: “We are committed to operating all aspects of our academy within the rules and regulations laid down by our governing bodies, including the recruitment and registration of players.

“We take our responsibilities for player wellbeing and safeguarding very seriously.

“Indeed, we take pride in the reputation we have developed for considering the participants in our programmes as first and foremost children, rather than players.

“Our recruitment process is focused firmly on future potential rather than current performance or physical development.”