Rafe McCormack (born 14 December 2008 in Bradford, England) is an English youth footballer who plays as a centre-back for Manchester United’s academy. A versatile defender, McCormack is also capable of featuring in defensive midfield and central midfield roles, giving him flexibility across the spine of the team.
Standing at around 1.78 m tall and right-footed, McCormack is known for his composure on the ball and ability to read the game. He progressed through youth football in England before joining Manchester United’s Under-18 side in July 2025, a move that placed him among one of the most competitive academies in world football.
On the international stage, McCormack has represented England at under-16 level, earning his first youth cap in recent seasons. His selection reflects his reputation as one of the country’s promising defenders in his age group.
Still early in his career, McCormack is regarded as a player with strong potential thanks to his mix of defensive awareness, positional versatility, and technical ability. Coaches and observers see him as a prospect to watch closely as he continues to develop within Manchester United’s academy system.
