British media: Armas performed well on loan at Sheffield Wednesday, and Manchester United is considering repeating more similar loan deals

Sports 12:08am, 8 November 2025 145

United in Focus reports that Manchester Unitedโ€™s young loanee Harry Armas has performed well and his level has achieved a qualitative leap.

For Jonny Evans, Manchester United's director of loan and player development channels, the loan arrangements for several talented players in the team for the 2025-26 season cannot be missed, because it is directly related to their growth trajectory. And Abmas is one of them. The outstanding English left-back firmly seized the opportunity at Sheffield Wednesday, which has become a rare bright spot in the team's difficult journey this season. Although Sheffield Wednesday suffered a points deduction and entered administration, Armas' performance continued to shine, confirming the tenacity that the 18-year-old has developed.

From the small full-back who Ten Hag was worried about his physical condition to now growing into an all-round player capable of all the duties of a wing-back at Sheffield Wednesday, Abmas has made a qualitative leap.

Reporter Graeme Bailey learned that Manchester United is very satisfied with the progress of Armas' loan, and he has gained a lot of high-level game time. But surprisingly, Armas' loan period only lasts until January, which means he is likely to return to the Red Devils in two months.

United in Focus stated that Armas himself is eager to stay at Sheffield Wednesday to play the rest of the season, and now Manchester United is evaluating whether he should continue to stay on the team.

It is worth noting that in view of Abmasโ€™s success story, the club is considering using Sheffield Wednesday as a loan destination for other young players. The key consideration is whether they can obtain valuable practical opportunities.

It is rare for Manchester United to find an ideal loan home for young players in recent years and achieve immediate success. For this reason, when Armas shines at Sheffield Wednesday, it deserves great attention, and it is reasonable for the club to be eager to copy this model.

If Manchester United decides to pursue this path, countless young talents from Obi Martin, Haven, Jacob Devine to Jim Switz will get regular playing time through loan. The club is also considering loaning out Shay Lacey, and the coaching staff believes he has first-team quality, whether at Old Trafford or other teams.

Gabriel Biancheri, who has long lacked the opportunity to play in the adult team, should be the first choice for renting out this winter. The Wales U21 international has now surpassed the level of the youth training league. The same situation applies to Jack Fletcher, whose ability has already exceeded the scope of the youth training.