19-yo academy star given green light to leave, managerial change unlikely to open first-team door – report

Manchester United have made a big transfer decision involving Gabriele Biancheri amid the ongoing January window. Biancheri shining Biancheri has done very well since joining United’s famed academy in 2023 from Cardiff City. United warded off significant competition to land him. Biancheri’s rise has been marked by his transformation into a lethal scorer in the youth ranks, a development that has now earned him regular training opportunities with the senior squads of both United and the Wales national team under Craig Bellamy. He has yet to make his senior debut for the Red Devils but on current trajectory, it’s only a matter of time until he does. A more immediate concern is Biancheri’s development, as there is a growing need for him to secure regular playing time in a competitive senior setup. With United out of Europe and playing just one game per week, he is likely to find minutes very hard to come by. A loan exit was explored in the summer but it didn’t materialise. Biancheri ended up staying at Old Trafford. A report covered by The Peoples Person in December relayed that Biancheri was open to leaving United on loan in January. Now, Football Insider claim that United are ready to let him go before the close of the winter window. United make Biancheri decision According to Football Insider, “Man United have given the green light for striker Gabriele Biancheri to go out on loan this month, sources have told Football Insider.” “United have told Biancheri that he is free to find a loan club before the January window shuts.” “Sources say a handful of EFL clubs have registered an interest in the rising star.” It’s not clear which EFL outfits have come forward to try and snap up Biancheri. The 19-year-old has turned out 17 times across all competitions this term, notching seven goals and three assists in that period. Featured image Lewis Storey via Getty Images The Peoples Person has been one of the world’s leading Man United news sites for over a decade. Follow us on Bluesky: @peoplesperson.bsky.social Latest Top Stories… Derick Kinoti Derick Kinoti is a football writer at The Peoples Person who has covered Manchester United and the Premier League extensively for years. His work blends sharp analysis, tactical insight, and engaging storytelling that resonates with fans around the world. Derick has gained valuable experience in football journalism, developing strong expertise in SEO writing, digital content creation, and social media engagement. A tech enthusiast with a Computer Science degree from the University of Nairobi, he ultimately swapped code for football commentary, bringing an analytical, detail-oriented approach to his writing. Derick is convinced Wayne Rooney is the true GOAT and won’t hear otherwise!