While the excitement around Manchester United’s summer signings continues to dominate headlines, the club’s decision-makers are equally focused on outgoings.
INEOS are determined to build a deep pool of talent that can be developed and eventually integrated into the first team.
However, there is a clear understanding that the senior squad cannot become bloated, as seen at other Premier League clubs.
That balance is especially important when it comes to the club’s most promising academy players, whose pathways could be blocked if the squad remains bloated.
Ensuring the right loan moves for youngsters is seen as a vital part of the club’s long-term strategy, both to accelerate development and to prepare players for top-level demands.
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One such move is edging closer for highly-rated left-back Harry Amass, with the Daily Mail reporting that PSV Eindhoven are pushing to secure his signature.
The Dutch side, managed by Peter Bosz, are attempting to beat significant competition from the Championship, where Sheffield Wednesday are among the frontrunners.
Talks are ongoing, and with United not seeking a loan fee – viewing the deal as a purely developmental opportunity rather than a way to boost Profit & Sustainability Rules (PSR) calculations.
It has become evident that Amass has drawn interest from more than a dozen clubs.
PSV are believed to be making a strong case, with the fact that one of Amass’ closest friends in the United dressing room, Mason Mount, enjoyed a successful loan in the Netherlands with Vitesse potentially working in their favour.
Known for his attacking qualities from left-back, Amass is expected to be tested more defensively on loan, which is why Wednesday, likely to be battling relegation in the Championship, still hope to lure him to Yorkshire.
Amass’ development while exciting, needs to be managed carefully.
Picking the right environment and style of play for Amass’ next club will be at the forefront of Amass’ camp.
