According to the Manchester Evening News, Manchester United have decided to keep 21-year-old centre-back prospect Will Fish as cover. The young prospect is currently suffering from an injury.
Manchester United lost 0-3 to Liverpool in a friendly match, Fish came on as a substitute at half-time, but was stretchered off after suffering an injury. Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag rushed onto the pitch to check on the situation. After returning to Carrington, Fish underwent a scan, the results were better than expected, no fracture, but the youngster will still be sidelined for about 5 weeks.
This injury has virtually ruled out a move for Fish, with previous reports suggesting that Championship clubs were interested in him. The 21-year-old Fish’s contract expires next year, however, United have a one-year extension clause. Before the injury, Fish was told that United were not keen on letting him leave unless another defender arrived, as new signing Jonny Evans, who has a metatarsal fracture, is expected to be out until November.
Manchester United’s defence has been hit by injuries recently. Maguire missed the game against Liverpool for personal reasons, Lindelof, despite playing, was replaced at half-time as a precaution, and Evans was also substituted in the game due to fitness concerns.
At the same time, Manchester United’s progress in signing a defender has not been smooth. They have twice had bids for Everton defender Branthwaite (￡43 million, ￡50 million) rejected, and their pursuit of Bayern Munich defender De Ligt has also been unsuccessful.
Will Fish, who stands at 1.85 metres tall, is a centre-back who was loaned out to Hibernian in Scotland last season. He made 45 appearances for the club, scoring one goal and providing two assists.
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