Manchester United Loan Out Harry Amass — More Young Talents Expected to Depart Temporarily
Manchester United have opted to send highly rated full-back Harry Amass out on loan this summer, per BBC Sport’s Simon Stone. The decision means the teenage prospect will not join the squad flying to the United States for pre-season preparations — a move that signals the club’s commitment to carefully managing the development of its young talents.
Amass, 17, is considered one of the brightest defensive prospects to emerge from the academy in recent years. Last season, he made a strong impression during his appearances with the senior team, demonstrating maturity, positional awareness, and attacking intent well beyond his age. His performances caught the eye of fans and scouts alike, and it’s no surprise that several clubs—both domestically and abroad—are now lining up to secure his services on loan.
From United’s perspective, this is a strategic move rooted in long-term planning. The left-back position is well stocked heading into the 2025/26 campaign. Victor Kristiansen Dorgu and Harry Leon have both made strong cases for inclusion, showing promise in early training and matches. Meanwhile, if Luke Shaw manages to maintain fitness, he remains a valuable senior option in that role.
Given this depth, regular game time would be hard to guarantee for Amass in the short term. A season-long loan—ideally to a club that will trust him with consistent minutes—will be vital to his growth. United still view him as a key asset for the future, and the loan is not a sign of doubt, but rather investment in his long-term trajectory.
The Amass decision is just one part of a broader plan. According to Rich Fay, young midfielder Jack Moorhouse and goalkeeper Elyh Harrison are also expected to depart on loan in the coming weeks. Both are seen as high-potential players who need regular senior football to bridge the gap between academy success and first-team readiness.
Under the guidance of sporting director Dan Ashworth, United’s loan strategy is becoming more refined and purposeful—designed to expose young talents to competitive environments that accelerate their readiness for Premier League demands.
While it’s always tough for fans to see emerging talents temporarily leave the fold, these decisions are key steps in building a sustainable, academy-integrated future.
Wishing Amass, Moorhouse, Harrison, and all outgoing loanees the best of luck this season. Their journeys are just beginning—and all eyes will be on how they handle this next chapter.
