24 Jul 2026 21:49:08.
Glad to see a few of the young ones do well today.
Amass is one I've always had a soft spot for, though ironically given our previous manager, always thought he'd make a very good wing back.
Was a bit dubious about his loan to Sheffield Wednesday. A team doomed to going down wouldn't be my first choice to send a young lad to, unless you've got good character and see it as a challenge.
By all accounts he did well there, and I would have no issues with him being around the first team. Really think there's a player there.
26 Jul 2026 00:37:05
I watched the highlights of the match against Rosenborg. From the highlights, I don't think we can make many judgements about players being ready to challenge for a first team squad place. Rosenborg were so, so poor. They barely made a challenge, and gave Utds players lots of time and space to pass. Utd played some nice football, and you could see evidence of good teamwork and understanding amongst the players, but it was against very limited opposition.
One thing concerned me was Amass, who does look to have huge potential. He was knocked off the ball, or found it difficult to shield from opposing players. Physically, he is going to have to get stronger to prosper against top teams.
26 Jul 2026 10:00:56
Amass is miles off physically, as you say. He needs a good loan. He spent half of last season injured, and a good loan will help him. He did well at Wednesday for a few months last year, despite losing every week.
Only 19 people hanging their hat on these kids are crazy, imo.
26 Jul 2026 15:34:30
Who's hanging their hat on him?
Are we not allowed to say we like a player any more?
26 Jul 2026 15:54:02
Of course you are. I like him too. I think he has good potential.
There are people who feel that a few of our youngsters are ready to step up, I don't think they are yet.
Amass, JJ Thwaites, O Deavney are all very good and have a good chance, but I think it's a season too soon to see them in the squad, like some have suggested.
A few, hopefully, will get some loan moves to develop and play against men regularly as opposed to the youth league.
Lots of time for these guys.
O Deavney did a good interview the other day, and he is one of the prospects hoping for a loan move, saying he needs game time to develop. He did well for St Mirren last season.
Noucamp, you can express what you like about a player, all you want, who is stopping you? Can I not say pinning hopes on them too early is crazy if that's what I think? My, oh my, so very touchy.
26 Jul 2026 16:56:07
I'm working with someone professionally who also works with Utd youth. They mentioned a few bits that's ok to share:
Speaks highly of JJ. Unusual lad, but a nice lad. Very mature, but also can let his head drop. His family are very hands-on. It's crucial United keep them happy, to keep JJ. He will play this season. Promised.
Thwaites - good player, but not physically ready.
Devaney - top pro and player, very much in the mould of Fletcher Snr in attitude, really well thought of. One to watch.
Moorhouse - might have missed his moment, but seen as potentially better than the Fletcher twins. Could be a late bloomer or mid EPL player.
Obi - poor movement, flat-track bully at youth level, sent back to youth football as touch and ability not at the top level.
Gore - good player, probably missed his chance; injury wrecked early loans.
I also learned a lot about City and Utds' different approaches to training, as we have taken a few players from them. Nothing mad, but will share another time.
26 Jul 2026 17:22:44
Bit of a leap from liking a player, to 'pinning hopes' on them, but hey. ?
26 Jul 2026 18:57:00
Did I say you were pinning your hopes on him? But hey.
Accusations before investigation, but hey.
26 Jul 2026 19:29:20
'Only 19 people hanging their hat on these kids are crazy, imo.'
In response to a post where I stated I liked the lad.
Although, I don't know if that quote from you is referring to Amass being 19, or if there are only 19 crazy people hanging their hat on these kids?
Anyway, you can go and play your silly little games with someone else.
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26 Jul 2026 20:16:17
Its your game. They're was a debate on shapps post the other day with many feeling amass could back shaw up for the season and he would get plenty of game time same for a few calling to get jj playing league and fa cup games.
Only 19 refers to amass age.
He still has lots of time to build strength and experience on loan.
Pinning hopes on him to be a squad player is too much at this stage imo especially considering shaws record.
I didn't refer to you once it's in your head i like him too but think its too early unlike others. So its your game but shoot 1st ask Qs later!