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Manchester United players make young fans’ dreams come true

Manchester United’s men’s team made precious memories for young supporters with life-limiting illnesses, at Manchester United Foundation’s latest Dream Day.

Players including club captain Bruno Fernandes, Rasmus Højlund, Alejandro Garnacho and interim head coach Ruud van Nistelrooy took time away from football to meet young fans with serious illnesses at Carrington.

The heartwarming event, which takes place twice a season, gives Reds from across the country the opportunity to visit the training ground and meet their heroes.

Youngsters aged between 8-18 years old were among those attending what proved to be a very emotional day, beaming with joy as they chatted and posed for photos with their footballing idols.

Bruno said: “We know how much this means to the kids to be here with us – even if it’s only for a little moment to make them happy, it means the world to us.

“I think as a player, we always have a responsibility to our fans, and if we can help in any way to make their day a little bit better, then why not? It’s always good to hear their stories and to do things that will make them happy, so I’m really pleased that today I’ve met them and that the kids have loved it.”

Amad said: “It was really nice to see the young kids coming to the training ground today and enjoying themselves. It’s important to help people not only on the pitch, but also outside of the pitch, it always puts a smile on my face.”

Morgan (14) (pictured with Amad) couldn’t get enough of the once-in-a-lifetime experience and was able to meet all his favourite players and get their autographs.

His dad, Paul, said: “It’s really important that Morgan can experience something like this; it’s not every day that you get this opportunity, especially when you’re obsessed with football. To meet the players, have a chat with them, get a picture – it’s fantastic for us as parents to watch, see and enjoy. It’s dreams that we would love to give the children that we can’t always give them.”

Helen Greaney
Helen Greaney
I'm a journalist with more than 18 years' experience on local, regional and national newspapers, as well as PR and digital marketing. Crime and the courts is my specialist area but I'm also keen to hear your stories concerning Manchester and the greater North West region.
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