UPDATE: Manchester United defender Harry Amass is facing an urgent situation as his loan spell with Sheffield Wednesday approaches its conclusion. With the January transfer window just weeks away, his future remains uncertain.
Amass joined Wednesday on a half-season loan on deadline day, amid significant transfer restrictions under former owner Dejphon Chansiri. The loan was only approved after Manchester United agreed to cover the entirety of Amass’ wages and accommodation costs, showcasing their support for the troubled Championship club.
Currently, Wednesday sits at the bottom of the Championship table, having suffered a staggering 18 points deduction. Despite this challenging environment, the 18-year-old has performed admirably, scoring one goal and providing one assist in 17 appearances for the Owls.
As the loan’s expiration draws near, it remains unclear whether Wednesday can secure Amass for the remainder of the season. Henrik Pedersen, the Owls’ head coach, has expressed hope for a loan extension, stating discussions are ongoing with Manchester United. “There is contact between Sheffield Wednesday and Man United, and I hope in the next one or two weeks we can come closer to something here,” he told The Star.
“I think there is something between Manchester United and Harry that they have to find out before we can make the next step,” Pedersen added.
However, Manchester United head coach Ruben Amorim has cast doubt on Amass’ future at Hillsborough, criticizing his performance during the loan period. Amorim’s remarks came during a discussion about selecting players for the first team, highlighting Amass’ struggle in the Championship.
“Amass is now struggling in Championship,” Amorim stated, indicating that he is not satisfied with the young defender’s development during this loan spell.
In a surprising response to Amorim’s comments, Amass shared a photo on Instagram holding Sheffield Wednesday’s November Player of the Month trophy, a post he quickly deleted. This action did not resonate well with Amorim, who criticized a perceived “feeling of entitlement” among the youth players at Old Trafford.
As the January window approaches, clubs are already showing interest in Amass. Reports from the BBC and Daily Mail indicate that both Millwall and Stoke City are keen on acquiring the young talent. Both teams are in the hunt for promotion and could offer Amass a more competitive environment.
Millwall currently sits sixth in the Championship, while Stoke is eighth, both within striking distance of automatic promotion spots. A move to either club could provide Amass with the opportunity to impact a more successful team this season.
As discussions continue between clubs, Amass’ future hangs in the balance. Fans and analysts alike will be watching closely to see if he remains with Wednesday or takes on a new challenge in the coming weeks.
Stay tuned for further updates on this developing story as the January transfer window approaches.
