KAI ROONEY has signed with major agency Triple S Sports Management.

Triple S is owned by Paul Stretford, ‘s long-time agent.

NINTCHDBPICT001065431586Kai Rooney has signed up to a major sports agencyCredit: Instagram @ kairooney.10 Manchester United U18 v West Ham United U18: U18 Premier LeagueKai, 16, has been progressing through United’s academyCredit: Getty

While their clients also include the likes of , and .

Announcing the news alongside a picture of Kai, 16, beaming as he penned a contract, Triple S wrote on Instagram: “Delighted to announce the signing of @kairooney.10 to Triple S Sports!

“We’re excited to begin working with the forward as he continues his journey in the game. A bright future ahead.

“Welcome to the team, Kai!”

The post swiftly received more than 20,000 likes, with Kai’s dad Wayne commenting with a heart emoji.

Kai has recently been in action for Manchester United’s Under-18s after shaking off a nasty ankle injury.

The promising young forward has made five appearances in the Under-18 Premier League this term – two years above his age group.

While he has also featured in the FA Youth Cup under academy boss , in January.

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Kai as Man Utd beat 3-1 last week to reach the Premier League Cup final.

The teenager produced an excellent left-footed finish as watched on from the sideline.

Dad Wayne gave an insight into how he has dealt with his eldest son’s blossoming football career as a parent while speaking to the last year.

United’s all-time leading goalscorer, 40, said: “He has great coaches at Manchester United, so I take a stand off approach.

“I speak to him, but for me it’s all about his mentality and his mindset, to make sure he keeps enjoying it – that’s the main thing for me.”

Manchester United U18 v West Ham United U18: U18 Premier LeagueRooney has featured for Man Utd’s Under-18s this termCredit: Getty