Who is Kaden Braithwaite? Meet the 16-Year-Old Manchester City Starlet

Who is Kaden Braithwaite? Meet the 16-Year-Old Manchester City Starlet Making His Debut Against Watford

Manchester City have named 16-year-old centre-back Kaden Braithwaite in their starting XI to face Watford in the third round of the Carabao Cup. The teenage defender is set to make his senior debut, becoming the third-youngest player in the club’s history and the youngest ever to be selected by manager Pep Guardiola.

A Rising Star in City’s Academy

Braithwaite, who is just 16 years and 183 days old, signed a scholarship with Manchester City ahead of the 2024/25 season. He was part of a talented group of 12 players who earned scholarships in July, including Reigan Heskey, son of former England and Liverpool striker Emile Heskey.

Impressing Guardiola in Training

Braithwaite caught the attention of Pep Guardiola during training, leading to his selection for the Carabao Cup tie. His inclusion in the starting XI alongside fellow young talents Nico O’Reilly and Jacob Wright signals the faith Guardiola has in the club’s youth prospects.

As Braithwaite prepares to make his debut, he’ll be eager to make an impact against Watford and push for more first-team opportunities with the Premier League champions. His performance could pave the way for further involvement in City’s busy fixture schedule this season.