Finley McAllister before playing Altrincham
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Manchester United loanee Finley McAllister is earning recognition for his performances at Radcliffe FC in the National League.
When Manchester United sends academy prospects out on loan, the aim is for them to experience as much senior football as possible. This aids their development and can help set them up for careers in the professional game.
This applies to youngsters sent to the Championship down to the National League, and across the continent, as seen with Chido Obi, who was sent on loan to Ineos-owned Lausanne-Sport this season.
Finley McAllister is among United’s loanees after initially joining Radcliffe FC two months ago. He left temporarily after rising through the academy and enjoying plenty of action in Premier League 2.
Finley McAllister wins two Radcliffe FC awards
United will be happy with the progress McAllister is making at Radcliffe FC. The National League North may not be the Premier League or the Championship, but at least the youngster is playing regularly.
Radcliffe FC may be sitting 20th in the league, after winning five of their first 15 matches, but McAllister is still receiving plaudits for his performances. The 20-year-old has now scooped two awards for his efforts in October.
McAllister was voted by the fans as Radcliffe FC’s October Player of the Month. On top of that, his edge-of-the-box strike against Scarborough Athletic won the club’s October Goal of the Month award.
Earlier this week, McAllister was among three Radcliffe FC players to take part in a Q&A where supporters were invited to attend. It’s great to see the United academy hopeful get this level of appreciation elsewhere.
Finley McAllister stats at Radcliffe FC
National League North appearances: 8 (6 starts)
Goals: 2
Assists: 0
Yellow cards: 2
The aim for McAllister will be to kick on in November and back up his performances from the previous month. It would also be a boost for Radcliffe FC if he can help them win more matches and climb up the table.