Manchester United academy graduate Brandon Williams is in advanced talks to join Norwich City on loan, according to reports.
Williams is behind Luke Shaw and Alex Telles in the pecking order for the left-back position at Man Utd. Although naturally right footed, he prefers to play on that side of the pitch. But he is unlikely to get many opportunities there this season.
Still a player with potential, Man Utd will be keen to ensure he keeps progressing. It could be a crucial year for the 20-year-old, so it would be best for him to spend it elsewhere if it means playing regularly.
In that regard, there were rumours of a loan to Southampton last month. Just like when Saints were interested in January, though, it hasn’t materialised.
Instead, Sky Sports report that Williams is now on the verge of joining Norwich, who are aiming to build a competitive squad upon their return to the Premier League.
They have already signed midfielder Billy Gilmour on loan from Chelsea and are now looking at a similar deal for another youngster from a top-four club.
Williams has played 50 games for Man Utd so far in his career, but only managed four Premier League appearances last season. At Norwich, in theory, he should earn a considerably greater amount of gametime.
While Sky claim Norwich are growing in confidence of signing Williams for the season, they admit they are unlikely to do so this week.
In time, though, they may be able to conclude the deal, offering them extra depth for a season that has already started in defeat