Manchester United planning three more loans for youngsters after Radek Vitek exit

Manchester United plan to send more youngsters out on loan following Radek Vitek’s exit this afternoon.

The Czech Republic U20 international has joined Austrian Bundesliga outfit BW Linz on a season-long loan, and it has been reported that at least three other United youngsters face temporary exits to gain valuable first-team experience.

There are several impressive players in the ranks at Carrington, so it never surprises us when teams in the lower divisions look to take advantage of loan deals from our academy.

While Will Fish and Maxi Oyedele are on the cusp of leaving United permanently, three other academy players are set to depart on loan.

Respected journalist Simon Peach claims Rhys Bennett is attracting interest from Fleetwood, and the club are keen to find temporary moves for both Elyh Harrison and Sonny Aljofree.

As well as Radek Vitek’s loan switch, Will Fish & Maxi Oyedele are closing in permanent moves to Cardiff & Legia Warsaw respectively. Fleetwood are interested in taking Rhys Bennett on loan, while #MUFC are looking for suitable loans for Elyh Harrison & Sonny Aljofree

— Simon Peach (@SimonPeach) August 21, 2024

This will be an opportunity for these players to go elsewhere to continue their development as professional footballers. Not everyone makes it at United, but the academy has given so many a pathway to successful careers away from the heights of the Premier League.

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