In an interview with club media, Fletcher revealed that the choice to send a youngster to go out on loan is carefully arrived at after thorough research and consultations are made so as to settle on a suitable transfer destination.

Fletcher revealed that the loanees are carefully watched every game by United representatives, who are tasked with compiling regular reports about the players’ progress and how they are fairing under their temporary employers.

Conversations are also held with the players themselves to check on them and inquire about their personal feelings with respect to how their loan spells are going.

Fletcher said, “Les Parry is probably the one with the closest contact. He’ll be up at the games regularly, with a few of our other scouts and loan scouts, and Les meets Will [Fish] after the games, speaks to him, talks about his development plan and then that gets transferred back to the relevant people in the club.”

“There’s constant conversation around young players because it’s a big part of the development. We all have regular meetings, so we have a regular pathway and player meetings, talking about squad planning, progression and the next stages. We talk about January and all of our [youth] loan players have recall clauses, six months into it.”

Fletcher added, “Not that that is the plan it’s just for all eventualities really. So we’ll talk about do we trigger that loan for the rest of the season or is there another plan? And that can be because they’re not playing or because they are playing but they’re ready for something different.”

The former United midfielder remarked that information gained from monitoring the loanees is relayed to other staff members including football director John Murtough, Nic Cox in the Academy and of course Erik ten Hag.

As per Fletcher, “everything is aligned” and there are always a lot of moving parts with regard to managing a player’s loan spell, but the ultimate goal is to ensure their development.

An academy graduate who came to the fore during Fletcher’s interview is Will Fish, who is currently with Scottish Premiership side Hibernian.

The 39-year-old mentioned that it was an easy decision to let Fish re-join Nick Montgomery’s side since his first time with the club was extremely successful.

Fletcher hailed the progress displayed by Fish and the defender’s hard work that has rendered him an important member of the team in such a short space of time.

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Towering centre-back Will Fish could be the next to add his name to the list.

Fish recently played for Hibernian, the Scottish side, against Luzern in the UEFA Europa Conference League, and put in a masterful defensive display to put his team one step away from group-stage qualification, a remarkable achievement.

Hibernian drew 2-2 against the Swiss side, progressing to the next round courtesy of their 3-1 win in the first leg. They will now play Premier League outfit Aston Villa in the final step before the group stage begins.

As per SofaScore, the United academy prospect was everywhere defensively, making seven clearances, including a crucial one off the line, in addition to two blocks, interceptions and a tackle.

Fish is in familiar surroundings at Hibernian after his fruitful loan spell in Scotland last year.

He came back to United at the start of this season and made some appearances during the pre-season but continuity was deemed paramount as he went back to the place where he flourished.

He made 22 appearances for Hibernian across all competitions last year and showed great defensive instinct. He even scored three goals as Hibernian exceeded expectations.

They finished fifth after making the Championship round of the Scottish League.

This year’s start has been less than ideal, as they’ve lost their opening two games to stand second from bottom in the league.

Fish played the full 90 in both games as his team conceded five goals.

United, Hibernian, and the player himself will hope that they can transfer their European form to the domestic circuit soon. Fish has improved at the Scottish club and more eyeballs on him could lead to a glittering future in the game for him, at United or elsewhere.

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Manchester United defender Will Fish re-joined Scottish side Hibernian on loan for the upcoming campaign after having enjoyed a successful loan season with The Hibees last time out.

However, the United man did not get off to the greatest of starts to this year’s spell as Hibs lost the opening game of their league season to St. Mirren on Saturday

The 2-3 loss angered Hibs boss Lee Johnson who laid into his players after the defeat.

As reported in the Daily Record, Fish was one of those called out by Johnson, who branded his side as lazy, singling out the United man in the process.

“No one goes out to be lazy but fatigue makes cowards of us all. I thought for the third goal Will Fish could’ve got back in quicker. I looked on the GPS because I’m psychotic like that and he ran at 82 per cent of his maximum,” said Johnson

The Hibs boss added that he shared a joke with Fish after the incident while praising his performances from last season before once again reminding his side of the standards he demands.

“I asked him if a lion had been behind him, how much of his maximum would he have gone and he said 103 per cent, which I thought was quite funny.

“But it proves you have to do the work early and honestly. Will’s one of the most honest players we’ve got, he’s never shirked anything, but on that occasion he’s either underestimated the opponent’s opportunity. It’s about motivation and how much you want to get there,” he added.

Johnson did admit that Fish is still getting back into the rhythm having joined his team late along with the fact that the defender only played for United in the early rounds of pre-season.

“We have to learn from this. Will Fish is an example, he has to get in the rhythm of us, he came to us quite late from Manchester United where he didn’t have to run back in pre-season games. The bit I enjoy is looking back and actually coaching. It hurts badly but you get back on the horse and hopefully become a stronger team,” said Johnson.

With Hibs looking to better last season fifth-place finish this time around, Johnson will be demanding his team get back to winning ways as quickly as possible.

Fish will be hoping for an improved performance in Hibs’ Europa Conference League qualification game, with the Scottish side travelling to Switzerland to take on Luzern before facing an away game at Motherwell in the league on Sunday.

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Confirmed via Twitter in a bizarre video, the Scottish club demonstrated that transfer announcements can still be brilliant and hilarious in equal measure while operating on a shoestring budget; simplicity is often the best. The United PR team should take note.

Is that a Fish?! pic.twitter.com/vQRFQa4TVK

— Hibernian Football Club (@HibernianFC) July 27, 2023

The academy graduate had been enjoying a fruitful pre-season under Erik ten Hag, playing in the opening three matches against Leeds, Lyon and Wrexham. Fish was extremely unlikely to maintain this role in the senior squad as next season began however.

The defender will, instead, return to Scotland where he finished the season as an important part of the Hibs team.

A slow start to life under manager, Lee Johnson, quickly changed when Hibs sold centre-back, Ryan Porteous, to Watford at the beginning of the year. Fish stepped into this vacancy in defence and did not look back, starting 17 consecutive league games to close out the season.

United believe a continuation of this experience the best option for Fish’s progression at this moment.

The defender has been “attracting interest from clubs” in England, both in the Championship and League One, as well as from Scottish rivals, Aberdeen.

Old Trafford officials are confident Hibs can be “trusted to oversee the next stage of development” in a competitive environment where Fish feels comfortable, and his club are comfortable with him.

The Manchester Evening News confirms Fish’s desires to remain with the Scottish side for another season, revealing the defender was “keen to build upon the solid foundations he laid at Hibs.”

Loan deals are often delicate balances to strike.

A young player must be guaranteed enough consistent first team minutes to establish themselves in a new team, and enable their continued development. But the level of football they find themselves subject to must be challenging enough to test their current level, and demand improvements from it. All taking place inside a club, and dressing room, which embrace the youngster and offer a home away from homes.

It’s a difficult task, as demonstrated by Amad Diallo’s contrasting experiences at Rangers and Sunderland; one a baptism by fire to men’s football where the winger rarely featured, the other a safe haven of progression which saw him nominated for the Championship’s Young Player of the Year.

United are confident they have found the correct place for Fish to continue developing as a defender while Hibs are confident they have regained an important player for their team.

Go Fish.

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Manchester United’s summer activity is gathering a pace with incomings and outgoings being determined.

For some of the youngsters on the books at Old Trafford, a decision will be made on whether to keep them at the club or send them on loan for the upcoming campaign.

Loan moves can be crucial in players’ development with the experience of first team football outweighing the challenge of respective reserve leagues.

One man who looks to have secured another loan move for next season is centre back, Will Fish.

The 20-year-old spent last season on loan at Scottish side Hibernian and he is set to rejoin the Hibees for the new season.

As reported by The Manchester Evening News, a year-long loan deal has been agreed between the two clubs with Fish happy to spend another season north of the border.

The centre-back largely impressed during his spell in Scotland last year and will be hoping to continue his good form.

Fish started the last 17 games of his loan spell under Lee Johnson, who was keen to extend the defender’s stay at Easter Road.

After attracting interest from Championship and League One clubs, as well as rival clubs in Scotland, United and Fish decided that he would continue his development at Hibernian.

Fish played the second half of United’s opening pre-season victory against Leeds yesterday and is expected to be in the travelling squad to face Lyon in Edinburgh next week.

The plan is then for him to stay in Scotland before joining up with the Hibs squad to continue pre-season with them in preparation for the new season.

Erik Ten Hag will no doubt be hoping for another season of progress from the young man, who is clearly highly thought of at Old Trafford.

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The Daily Record reports that Aberdeen are set to miss out on Fish, who they had earmarked as a defensive target for the upcoming campaign.

Fish played 21 games in the Scottish Premiership last term and managed to score three goals. 18 of his games came as a starter.

When on the pitch, Hibs only conceded 23 goals and kept an impressive seven clean sheets.

The Daily Record mentions, “The Easter Road club have agreed a deal with Manchester United which will see the 20-year-old defender return to the Scottish Premiership next season.”

“It is a major boost for boss Lee Johnson because he was one of his top summer targets.”

The Daily Record points out that United are impressed by the progress Fish displayed during his time with Hibs, and the Red Devils want his development to continue.

Fish will be crucial to Hibs as they attempt to book their slot in the Europa Conference League.

The Scottish giants are in the competition’s playoffs, following their third-placed finish after a win against St Mirren.

Fish is yet another case of a United youngster who enjoyed successful loan spell with his club last season.

Amad Diallo and Hannibal Mejbri are other examples. The Peoples Person covered a report which revealed that Erik ten Hag will decide the futures of the club’s academy stars after evaluating them during pre-season.

Some will be given the opportunity to impress the United boss during the scheduled tour.

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A few like Amad Diallo, Hannibal Mejbri and Matej Kovar, all of whom have enjoyed fantastic loan spells, could potentially have the chance to impress Erik ten Hag and gain a first-team spot.

Then there is the future of players like Brandon Williams and Axel Tuanzebe with both looking extremely likely to leave the club on a permanent basis.

Fish’s successful loan spell

Another academy star who has enjoyed a fruitful spell outside England and away from the spotlight is Will Fish, who spent the season with Hibernian in Scotland.

The Scottish Premier League side finished fifth with Fish playing 21 times across all competitions and even chipped in with three goals.

Hibs boss Lee Johnson has been impressed with the 20-year-old with Football Scotland revealing that the Easter Road outfit “did indeed want to keep hold of the starlet beyond the end of this season”.

However, the player is set to return to Manchester and he even said his goodbyes on social media.

Grateful for the opportunity to be able to play for this club, met some of the best people along the way. I wish everyone the best of luck for the future. Thankyou @HibernianFC pic.twitter.com/don5mFyz6R

— Will Fish (@_wfish) May 31, 2023

The England U-19 international has also admitted that a return to Scotland is not beyond reason but has left the decision to the club.

“Yeah, definitely. It would be amazing to play for a club like this in Europe. I’m solely focusing on the next five games and people behind the scenes can work on my future and we’ll see what happens at the end of the season,” he was quoted as saying earlier.

Another loan spell or sold permanently to Hibs?

Fish did not have the smoothest of starts to life as a Hibernian player and there were even reports that the club could recall him from his temporary spell after seeing his struggles.

But he came into his own in the second-half of the season and went from strength to strength and the character he showed will impress the club’s coaches.

Ten Hag had taken him along for the pre-season schedule in Australia and even played him in one game, where he unfortunately got sent off.

The current competition for places at centre-back is very strong and Fish is unlikely to make a mark at this stage. But considering his age, a permanent move makes very little sense and another loan could be preferred.

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Fish is on a season-long loan at Easter Road and has enjoyed an impressive spell, working his way to becoming an automatic starter in Lee Johnson’s side.

It took some time for him to break through into the first team and at one stage it was reported that United were considering recalling the youngster due to lack of game time in Edinburgh.

He has now scored three goals for Hibs, all with his head, in 18 games, a fantastic output for a centre back.

Despite his achievements, Fish was recently publicly lambasted by his loan manager for conceding a last-minute penalty against Dundee United.

Red Youth United labelled the criticism “ridiculous” after video evidence suggested that the penalty award was dubious.

But the academy star has come back fighting and was awarded Man of the Match yesterday for his efforts.

Will Fish was also named Player of the Match after his goal and performance vs St Mirren!#mufc #loanwatch pic.twitter.com/NNHxo7zBS1

— RedReveal (@RedReveal) May 6, 2023

United boss Erik ten Hag will be watching the 20 year old’s progress carefully as he considers his defensive options in the summer.

Phil Jones will be out of contract and Axel Tuanzebe, Eric Bailly and Harry Maguire are all likely to be sold.

This could leave an opening in United’s first team squad and it’s likely Ten Hag will take Fish on tour again to see if he is ready to take the step up.

He was included in last summer’s tour of Thailand and Australia to replace the injured Tuanzebe, but endured a disastrous trial, being sent off for a rugby tackle on Crystal Palace’s Victor Akinwale.

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After coming into the side in January, Fish enjoyed a good spell scoring two goals and helping the Edinburgh club go six matches unbeaten.

Back to back losses to the Old Firm clubs though has seen Hibernian lose form and now after a four-game losing streak, Hibs have dropped down to sixth place in the table.

The most recent loss came after they conceded a late penalty to Dundee United which left manager Lee Johnson fuming and he lashed out at Fish saying, “It’s a ridiculous challenge to make. Ridiculous.”

“He actually had a chance to make amends at the other end, but I felt the big moment was Élie Youan’s opportunity towards the end. Who’d be a football manager? Human beings, eh?”

“Disappointed with the result. I thought the performance was better, technically,” the manager was quoted as saying by Football Scotland.

The challenge came after the ball was flicked into the box but Fish’s swinging leg looked to have made no contact with Steven Fletcher who went down theatrically as Fish’s hand fell on his shoulder.

Will Fish’s apparent ‘ridiculous’ challenge to give away a penalty against Dundee United. Looks like no contact from his leg and a mere arm on the shoulder, very soft if anything. Ridiculous for a manager to publicly lambast a 20 year old over that. #MUFC #Hibs pic.twitter.com/H9p8nyqEgy

— Manchester United Academy (@RedYouthUnited) April 10, 2023

The soft nature of the foul makes it surprising to see the manager publicly condemn the young defender.

Despite this, it was reported last month that Hibernian were keen to make Fish’s stay in Scotland permanent.

Enjoying his first spell in senior football, Fish is a highly rated product of United’s academy and captained United and England through the age groups.

A composed and technical defender who reads the game well, Fish’s timidness was his biggest barrier into senior football which he has began to overcome in recent months.

It remains to be seen if this turns out to be turning point in the 20 year old’s time in Scotland or whether he will continue in Johnson’s plans and retain his starting spot against rivals Hearts next weekend.

Long term questions are raised now though on whether Fish should put his long-term development in the hands of a manager so quick to throw him under the bus publicly.

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Most of these players are plying their trade in the Championship and with League One clubs as they try to make a case for themselves to be given an opportunity in the first team by Erik ten Hag.

Here are how some of United’s men performed.

Will Fish (Celtic vs. Hibernian )

Will Fish played for 69 minutes as Hibernian lost by three goals to one against Celtic in the Scottish Premiership.

Fish made an astronomic eight clearances and one block during the time he was on the pitch.

He made three crucial interceptions and contributed with two tackles. The centre-back had 32 touches of the ball and was not dribbled past even once. He registered a 77.8% pass accuracy and won all two of his ground duels.

Fish also won 100% of his contests in the air and successfully delivered one long ball.

Fish vs Celtic:

69 mins played
7.2 @SofascoreINT rating
8 clearances
1 block
3 interceptions
2 tackles
0 x dribb past
32 touches
77.8% pass acc
1/3 long balls
2/2 ground duels
1/1 aerial duel
4 poss lost#mufc #loanwatch

— RedReveal (@RedReveal) March 18, 2023

Hannibal Mejbri (Birmingham City vs. QPR)

Hannibal Mejbri featured for only 17 minutes as Birmingham City ran out 1-0 winners against Queens Park Rangers. Birmingham’s sole goalscorer was former United star, Tahith Chong.

During the few minutes he was on the pitch, Mejbri had eight touches of the ball.

The 20-year-old made one key pass and one clearance.

He failed to win any of his duels either on the ground or in the air. Mejbri also committed one foul and lost possession six times.

Hannibal vs QPR:

17 mins played
6.3 @SofascoreINT rating
8 touches
1 key pass
0/1 cross
0/2 ground duels
0/1 aerial duel
6 poss lost
1 foul
1 clearance
0 x dribb past#mufc #loanwatch

— RedReveal (@RedReveal) March 18, 2023

Axel Tuanzebe (Stoke City vs. Norwich City)

Axel Tuanzebe started for Stoke City in a goalless draw against Norwich City at the Bet365 Stadium.

Tuanzebe made seven clearances and one block in what was a defensive masterclass from the Englishman. He also made one successful tackle.

Tuanzebe has 89 touches of the ball to his name and an impressive 90.4% pass accuracy from the heart of his team’s defence.

The United loanee successfully pinged four out of the 7 long balls he tried and won 50% of his challenges on the ground.

He won all four of his duels aerially – a 100% success rate.

Tuanzebe also had a 100% dribble success rate. He lost possession eight times. It was certainly a solid showing from the 25-year-old.

Tuanzebe vs Norwich:

7.3 @SofascoreINT rating
7 clearances
1 block
1 tackle
2 x dribb past
89 touches
90.4% pass acc
4/7 long balls
3/6 ground duels
4/4 aerial duels
8 poss lost
1 x fouled
1 shot off target
1/1 dribb attempt#mufc #loanwatch

— RedReveal (@RedReveal) March 18, 2023

Ethan Galbraith (Salford City vs. Doncaster Rovers)

As Salford City beat Doncaster Rovers by three goals to one, Galbraith had 88 minutes of action to give a good account of himself.

Galbraith had 55 touches and a 67.4% pass accuracy.

The Irishman made one key pass and had a 100% cross-delivery rate. He also completed all two of his dribbles.

Galbraith only managed one long ball out of the five he attempted. He won 40% of his ground duels and made two tackles.

The midfielder was dribbled past on two occasions and ceded possession 21 times.

Galbraith vs Doncaster:

88 mins played
6.3 @SofascoreINT rating
55 touches
67.4% pass acc
1 key pass
1/1 cross
1/5 long balls
2/2 dribb attempts
4/10 ground duels
0/1 aerial duel
21 poss lost
1 foul
2 tackles
2 x dribb past#mufc #loanwatch

— RedReveal (@RedReveal) March 18, 2023

Alvaro Fernandez (Middlesbrough vs. Preston North End)

Alvaro Fernandez found himself on the end of a 4-0 thumping from Michael Carrick’s Middlesborough side.

The left-back played for 86 minutes and had 43 touches. He mustered a pass accuracy of 55.6%.

Fernandez made two key passes and found his man with both of his crosses. The Spaniard was successful with only one of his long-ball efforts.

Fernandez completed both of his dribbles and won 5/9 of the ground duels he delved into. In the air, he was excellent – a 100% success rate.

The Preston North End star made one clearance, two blocks, one interception and one tackle.

Despite the loss, Fernandez’s numbers show that he can hold his head high.

Fernandez vs Boro:

86 mins played
6.9 @SofascoreINT rating
43 touches
55.6% pass acc
2 key passes
2/2 crosses
1/4 long balls
2/2 dribb attempts
5/9 ground duels
2/2 aerial duels
15 poss lost
1 foul
2 x fouled
1 clearance
2 blocks
1 interception
1 tackle
1 x dribb past#mufc

— RedReveal (@RedReveal) March 18, 2023

Charlie Savage (Plymouth Argyle vs Forest Green Rovers)

Charlie Savage’s Forest Green Rovers stumbled to yet another defeat, this time at the hands of Plymouth Argyle.

Forest Green are still bottom of the League One table after the 2-0 loss. The Peoples Person recently reported that Savage snubbed his international call-up to stay with Forest Green and help them stay up.

Savage played for 59 minutes and only had 11 touches and a 60% pass accuracy. He lost possession four times and made only one interception.

Savage vs Plymouth:

59 mins played
6.4 @SofascoreINT rating
11 touches
60% pass acc
0/2 long balls
4 poss lost
1 interception
0 x dribb past#mufc #loanwatch

— RedReveal (@RedReveal) March 18, 2023

Charlie McNeill (Newport County vs Tranmere Rovers)

Charlie McNeill found the back of the net in Newport County’s 3-1 victory against Tranmere Rovers.

McNeill scored his first senior goal from his only shot on target of the match.

Charlie McNeill’s first goal in senior football pic.twitter.com/tF8CqHnKCo

— academyarena Utd (@academyarenaUTD) March 19, 2023

The striker tried one dribble and was successful with his only attempt. He had 31 touches of the ball and a 58.3% accuracy for the League Two club.

McNeill made one key pass and only won three out of his six challenges on the ground. He did not fare well in the air as he only won one duel.

The 19-year-old made one tackle and was fouled once.

McNeill vs Tranmere:

75 mins played
1 goal
7.2 @SofascoreINT rating
1 shot on target
1 off target
1 blocked
1/1 dribb attempt
31 touches
58.3% pass acc
1 key pass
0/1 long ball
3/6 ground duels
1/9 aerial duels
14 poss lost
1 x fouled
1 tackle
1 x dribb past#mufc #loanwatch

— RedReveal (@RedReveal) March 18, 2023

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