Jay McEvoy (born 16 October 2008) is an Irish youth footballer who currently plays as a defensive midfielder for Manchester United’s Under-18 squad. He signed a scholarship with the club in July 2025.
McEvoy has represented Ireland at youth levels, including under-15 matches, demonstrating his international pedigree alongside his club prospects. He wears shirt number 14 for the U18s and has begun featuring in the U18 Premier League.
Despite being young for his level, McEvoy is noted for his positional sense and ability to control play from deep midfield; he combines defensive duties with transitioning the ball forward. His performances in youth competitions indicate he is viewed as one of the promising midfield talents in United’s latest scholar intake.
