Pranav Nair
Sunderland keeping tabs on Manchester United starlet Ethan Galbraith
According to the Sunderland Echo, League One side Sunderland are keeping tabs on Manchester United starlet Ethan Galbraith this summer.
The 20-year-old was promoted to Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s first-team squad for the UEFA Europa League. He made his first-team debut in a brief cameo against FC Astana but has failed to feature since.
A regular for the Under-23s, he is one of the most talented young players at United. The ability to play regularly albeit at a lower level should aid in his development.
A player who can fulfil both attacking and defensive responsibilities as a central midfielder, Galbraith is held in high regard at Old Trafford. Much is expected of the Northern Irishman who made his senior international debut in September 2019.
According to the report, United are likely to allow the 20-year-old to move out on loan next season for the next stage of his development. The Black Cats will however face strong competition from Championship clubs and League One promotion rivals.
Galbraith joined United in 2017 from Northern Ireland side Linfield. He signed his first professional contract with the club in May 2018.
United have under Solskjaer not been averse to giving chance to youth. However given the options United has at the club, Galbraith is better off seeking opportunities elsewhere.
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According to the club’s official site, United have received more than 60 clubs have made contact with the Red Devils in order to arrange a loan move for one of their players this summer. Whether Galbraith is one of them remains to be seen.
