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Manchester United's Chido Obi Shows Promise, Yet Remains Unused

4/10/2026

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Chido Obi of Manchester United Football Club has not appeared for the first team this season, despite scoring 15 goals in youth competitions.
Manchester United rejected loan offers in January to keep him developing in the academy.
Obi has not played since Michael Carrick became interim manager.
Coaches note a positive shift in his effort and on-pitch intelligence.
Staff express hopes for his future but stress improvement is needed.

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Story summary

Chido Obi of Manchester United Football Club has not appeared for the first team this season, despite scoring 15 goals in youth competitions.
Manchester United rejected loan offers in January to keep him developing in the academy.
Obi has not played since Michael Carrick became interim manager.
Coaches note a positive shift in his effort and on-pitch intelligence.
Staff express hopes for his future but stress improvement is needed.