Ethan Williams
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Manchester United are preparing for a crucial summer not just for their senior squad but also for their top academy prospects.
After a chaotic season under Ruben Amorim that saw the Red Devils finish 15th and miss out on European football, the club are re-evaluating their wider structure – including how best to nurture emerging talent.
Loan deals are once again on the agenda.
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Several players are likely to be sent out to gain valuable experience in senior football.
One of the key names expected to move is Ethan Williams.
The exciting 19-year-old winger who impressed on loan at Cheltenham last season.
Williams finished as United’s top scorer in the UEFA Youth Champions League over the past two seasons and showed flashes of real promise in League Two.
He recorded four goal contributions in under 800 minutes of action.
Scottish side Hibernian one of three clubs interested in Ethan Williams
He is now at the centre of a three-club race.
According to Football Insider, Stockport County, Blackpool and Hibernian are all chasing a deal to land the teenager for the 2025–26 campaign.
Stockport’s interest is part of a wider strategy to bring in young attacking talent after narrowly missing out on promotion last season.
While Blackpool are also looking to strengthen their wide options after a mid-table finish.
Scottish Premiership side Hibernian, meanwhile, are hoping to lure Williams north of the border, with the promise of top-flight football and a strong development plan.
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While United remain committed to the winger’s long-term future, his style does not align with Amorim’s 3-4-2-1 system.
As a natural wide man who thrives on crossing and holding width, Williams does not fit easily into United’s current tactical framework.
With Matheus Cunha arriving and the club targeting Bryan Mbeumo, the path to first-team minutes at Old Trafford is even more crowded.
Thus making a high-level loan a logical next step.
United are carefully considering the right environment for Williams, knowing his potential won’t be realised without regular game time and tactical freedom to play to his strengths.
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