Matthew Young (born 24 November 2006) is an English professional footballer who plays as a goalkeeper for club Huddersfield Town on loan from club Sunderland.
Club career Young began his career at Sunderland at the age of 7, turning professional in November 2023. He signed on loan for non-league Darlington in February 2024, being praised in the media for his performances at the club, and winning the club's Young Player of the Season award.
Amidst reported interest from Notts County, Young moved on loan to Salford City in July 2024. Sunderland's sporting director Kristjaan Speakman said that the loan was "the perfect environment for him to continue his development". He made his Salford debut on 13 August 2024, in a 2–0 defeat in the EFL Cup against Doncaster Rovers.
On 24 July 2025, Young returned to Salford City for another season-long loan.
In June 2026, he was linked with a possible transfer to Bradford City. On 30 June 2026, Young joined EFL League One club Huddersfield Town on loan for the 2026–27 season.
International career In November 2023 Young received his first international call-up and made his debut for England under-19 in a victory over Mexico. In March 2024 he started for England under-18 against the Netherlands.
On 19 November 2024, Young made his U20 debut during a 1–1 draw away to Poland.
On 29 August 2025, Young was called up to the England under-21 team.
Career statistics
+ Appearances and goals by club, season and competitionClubSeasonLeagueFA CupLeague CupOtherTotalDivisionAppsGoalsAppsGoalsAppsGoalsAppsGoalsAppsGoalsSunderland2023–24Championship00000000002024–25Championship00000000002025–26Premier League00000000002026–27Premier League0000000000Total0000000000Darlington (loan)2023–24National League North14000——140Salford City (loan)2024–25League Two200301030270Salford City (loan)2025–26League Two440300030500Huddersfield Town (loan)2026–27League One8000100090Career total8606020601000
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