Official: Jack Moorhouse recalled from Leyton Orient loan spell for one major reason

Manchester United have had an exceptionally busy deadline day. Loan moves Ethan Wheatley, who was recalled from Northampton Town last month, completed a late deal to join Bradford City on loan. James Scanlon also sealed a deal to join Swindon Town for the remainder of the season. Jacob Devaney will also gain his first experience of senior action on loan at St Mirren. Finally, exciting striker Gabriele Biancheri completed a late loan move to Rotherham United. Jack Moorhouse recalled The Red Devils have decided to recall some stars as well, such as Sonny Aljofree and Habeeb Ogunneye. Another player they have decided to bring back to Carrington is Jack Moorhouse, who was on loan at Leyton Orient. Moorhouse played 24 times for Orient, scoring a goal and providing two assists from midfield. Manchester United’s official website reported, “Jack Moorhouse has been recalled from his loan spell with League One side Leyton Orient.” They also added that, “the combative Academy midfielder will now return to Carrington, as we welcome him back from his spell in the capital.” Leyton Orient also commented on the move by stating, “midfielder Jack Moorhouse has returned to parent club Manchester United after an agreement was reached between both clubs.” Orient Head Coach Richie Wellens said: “Jack is undoubtedly a very talented footballer and I think our fans have seen that in flashes this season. Given the situation we currently find ourselves in, we thought it may limit his game time and we have been very open with Manchester United about this.” The Os find themselves hovering just above the relegation zone with four months of the season still left to play. The club thanked Moorhouse for his services and wished him all the best for the future. The 20-year-old will likely now continue to play for the academy before making a decision on his long-term future in the summer. Jack Moorhouse has returned to Manchester United 🔄 Wishing you all the best for the future, Jack 🤝#LOFC #OneOrient — Leyton Orient FC (@leytonorientfc) February 3, 2026 Jack Moorhouse season stats AppearancesGoalsAssists Mins played 24121201 Source: transfermarkt.com Feature image George Wood 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 Alex Browne Alex is a huge Manchester United fan, inspired by greats of his homeland such as George Best, Harry Gregg and Norman Whiteside. Alex has a Master’s degree from Queen’s University Belfast and La Universitat Rovira i Virgili in Tarragona, Spain. Having lived in the country since 2011, Alex is The Peoples Person’s Spanish football expert and is fluent in both Spanish and Catalan. He dreams of witnessing a United captain triumphantly hoisting the Premier League and Champions League trophy in the air once more.