Manchester United’s next generation continues to draw attention, but not always for reasons on the pitch.
Seventeen-year-old academy talent Amir Ibragimov, who recently signed his first professional contract with the Red Devils, found himself at the centre of a social media storm following a now-viral clip from his YouTube channel.
The Russian-born midfielder, long touted as one of the brightest young prospects in United’s academy setup, had been sharing his journey of learning to drive online.
In a recent video, Amir Ibragimov was seen reacting poorly to failing a mock driving test, prompting criticism from fans and coverage from national media outlets such as the Daily Mail.
In the footage, Amir confidently tells the instructor he’s “100 per cent passed” before being informed that he had, in fact, failed.
His reaction—surprise, frustration, and disbelief—sparked a wave of backlash from some supporters, who questioned his attitude.
Comparisons to Jadon Sancho surfaced, with some fans suggesting United could be “facing another attitude problem” within the youth ranks.
However, the driving school involved, Ava Drive Driving, has come out in defence of the teenager.
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Responding via Instagram, the instructor stated: “Amir Ibragimovic has consistently shown me respect and his attitude towards learning has been excellent.
“As Amir is a close friend, our friendly rapport and light-hearted banter may have been misunderstood or taken out of context.
“I want to clarify this in light of the recent speculation.”
The defence adds context that was missing from the viral clip, with many now calling out the press and online critics for jumping to conclusions.
Those close to Amir also note his maturity and dedication both on and off the field.
Ibragimov’s rising star hasn’t dimmed in the eyes of Manchester United, who recently tied him down with a professional deal as part of their long-term plans.
He has already impressed this year.
Having met Sir Alex Ferguson and continued his progression through the ranks, the midfielder remains firmly in United’s future plans—regardless of one misunderstood moment behind the wheel.
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Source: Centred Devils