PL new boys eyeing ambitious move for United academy graduate who is ready to take the league by storm – report

With plans to strengthen multiple areas of the squad, Manchester United will need to raise significant cash through player sales. Unlike the Glazer regime, INEOS have been smart when it comes to moving players on, as evidenced by their tactics in the last two summers. But now, it is time for them to be ruthless, and that includes discarding academy graduates who are unlikely to make an immediate impact for the Red Devils. Radek Vitek is one who could leave, and given his form for Bristol City, United should try to earn a substantial fee. Toby Collyer: loan spells did not work out Another player who is generating interest from both the Premier League and the Championship is Toby Collyer. The 22-year-old was a favourite of former United boss Erik ten Hag, who trusted him more than Casemiro. Previous head coach Ruben Amorim was also a fan, but it was decided that a loan would be best for his continued development. He joined West Bromwich Albion on a short-term basis, and while there were moments of magic, injuries hampered his stay at the Hawthorns and United felt the midfielder needed a change of scenery. The United academy graduate was subsequently sent to Hull City, but injuries meant the Englishman managed only one start before he returned to Old Trafford to continue his rehabilitation. Hull remain interested in Toby Collyer The Tigers are keen to bring him back to the MKM Stadium, with The Daily Mail reporting that the newly-promoted Premier League side are planning to sit down and discuss terms with United. Manager Sergej Jakirović feels Toby Collyer is ready to make an immediate mark in the Premier League, and a full pre-season with his new teammates could help him explode. “They would like to discuss a deal with Manchester United for Toby Collyer, who they had on loan at the end of last season. “It is felt the 22-year-old would benefit from a full pre-season, and develop into a midfielder capable of making an immediate impact in the Premier League.” Will Toby Collyer leave permanently or on loan? As previously relayed by The Peoples Person, INEOS are open to letting the former England Under-20 international leave, so Hull could potentially sign him on a permanent basis this time around. His sale will count as pure profit, all the more reasons for INEOS to sanction a sale. However, it must also be remembered that Michael Carrick needs legs in midfield after the departures of Casemiro and Manuel Ugarte. Whether Toby Collyer gets his chance to impress Carrick or whether he is let go will be interesting to see. One thing is for certain: the youngster needs game time one way or the other. Feature image Vasili Mihai-Antonio 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 Ayantan Chowdhury After failing to become a professional footballer, Ayantan switched to the next best thing: writing about the greatest football club in the world. He has extensive sports journalism experience, having worked for over 10 years in the Indian sports media industry, writing for the biggest newspapers and websites. Currently an editor at The Peoples Person. You can follow him on X: @ayantanc_25