Charlie McNeill (footballer)

Charlie Martin McNeill (born 9 September 2003) is an English professional footballer who plays as a forward for club Sheffield Wednesday.

Early career
Born in Droylsden, McNeill started his career with Manchester United, who he supported growing up, before leaving for city rivals Manchester City in 2014. McNeill scored over 600 goals at youth level.

Manchester United
In 2020, Manchester United agreed a deal for McNeill worth a reported £750,000. He continued his prolific form that made him a highly regarded prospect at Manchester City, scoring 24 goals in 21 games in his first season with the United U18 squad.

He made his debut for United's first team as a substitute in the UEFA Europa League match against Real Sociedad on 8 September 2022, the day before his 19th birthday.

On 5 June 2024, Manchester United announced he was leaving the club to seek opportunities elsewhere.

Newport County loan
On 31 January 2023, McNeill signed for League Two club Newport County on loan until the end of the 2022–23 season. He made his Newport debut in the starting line-up for the League Two 2-1 win against Swindon Town on 4 February 2023. He scored his first goal for Newport in the 3-1 League Two win against Tranmere Rovers on 18 March 2023.

Stevenage loan
In September 2023, McNeil joined EFL League One club Stevenage on loan for the remainder of the 2023–24 season. Having struggled for gametime, he returned to his parent club on 3 January 2024.

Sheffield Wednesday
On 10 July 2024, McNeill joined Sheffield Wednesday on a free transfer.

Personal life
McNeill was born in England, and is of Irish descent through a grandfather.

Honours
Manchester United U18
 * FA Youth Cup: 2021–22