According to a report by Manchesterevening News on Tuesday October 20, 2026, in preparation for Wednesday's Champions League match against Como, Manchester United have given two academy defenders the chance to train with the first team, while Michael Carrick gets ready for the European match.

United go to Italy hoping to get back on track after a string of disappointing results; Carrick is also battling multiple injury concerns. Several key players have allegedly skipped training in the days leading up to the crucial match.

After receiving a red card against Atletico Madrid, Leny Yoro is out for Wednesday's match, and Carrick may have to look elsewhere for a defender or midfielder due to injury concerns.

Academy prospects Jaydan Kamason and Dan Armer have joined first-team training in anticipation of United's trip to Italy, where they could see action alongside more seasoned players.

This latest development follows last week's landmark achievement: the central defender was named to United's senior matchday bench for the first time in a competitive match against Atletico Madrid. Despite not making his competitive debut, Armer was nevertheless included in the lineup.

Last season, the defender captained United's Under-18 team to the FA Youth Cup final. This season, he has maintained his impressive development with the Under-21 team.

Armer got the Premier League 2 season off to a great start, scoring in the first game's 5-0 thrashing of Ipswich Town and then assisting in subsequent victories over Brentford and Leicester City.

The club's under-21 coach Adam Lawrence has spoken highly of Armer's demeanor and development, saying that they've seen his talent for a long time.

Thanks to his progress, he is now eligible to be selected for the Champions League if Manchester United need him to be.

In the meantime, Kamason is keeping himself motivated after making it through United's academy and Emerging Talent Program on his way to a possible senior breakthrough.

The right back broke club records by becoming the first player to earn a scholarship through the program and went on to sign a professional contract.

The 19-year-old has played in senior preseason matches against Rosenborg, Wrexham, and Atletico Madrid, and has also gained experience with the Under-21 and Under-18 teams.

This training session presents Kamason with yet another excellent opportunity to learn from United's more seasoned players and coaches while he waits for his competitive first-team debut.