Pre-season has been a proving ground for several former Manchester United talents as they look to reignite their careers elsewhere.
While the club continues its rebuild under Ruben Amorim, former academy prospects are seeking new beginnings after fading from the Old Trafford spotlight.
United’s youth system has long produced Premier League-calibre players, but not all enjoy long-term success at the Theatre of Dreams.
With several senior stars returning to Carrington in peak condition, the focus has shifted to players who once held promise but never quite broke through.
And one such name – who once looked destined to be a regular in red – is now attracting interest from home and abroad.
Brandon Williams, the former Manchester United left back, is closing in on a return to professional football following a year without a club.
The Daily Mail reports that Championship side Hull City are set to offer the 24-year-old a permanent deal after he impressed during a recent trial spell with the club.
Brandon Williams came off the bench in matches against Getafe and Sunderland and was praised for his athleticism, composure and attitude – attributes that earned him his United debut at just 19.
Although Hull appear in pole position, other Championship sides and teams abroad are also circling after witnessing the defender’s recent performances.
His career stalled following loan stints at Norwich City and Ipswich Town, and he officially departed United last summer when his contract expired.
Earlier this year, Williams made headlines for off-pitch reasons, having been handed a suspended sentence for a high-speed car incident.
However, he expressed his desire to move on from the episode and restart his footballing journey.
The former England U21 international made 21 Premier League appearances for Manchester United and once looked like a long-term successor to Luke Shaw.
Now, with a second chance seemingly on the table, Williams could be set for a new chapter – one that may just bring him back to the top tier.
