Hull City are set to announce the signing of Toby Collier from Manchester United, with journalist Ben Jacobs reporting that the deal is expected to be confirmed within the next 24 hours.
The 22-year-old midfielder will join the Tigers on loan for the remainder of the season, an opportunity both clubs believe will benefit his development.
Collier started the season on loan at West Bromwich Albion and joined the Championship side last summer in hopes of earning regular senior appearances. However, this move did not go as planned.
Toby Collier needs playing time to develop
Despite joining with strong credentials, having captained England at youth level and establishing himself as a disciplined defensive midfielder with United’s Under-21s, Collier struggled to make the breakthrough at the Hawthorns.
He started just three league games in the first half of the season and played just 253 minutes in the Championship.
Injuries further disrupted his momentum and by the turn of the year Man United opted to recall him.
United remain confident in Collier’s potential and see him as a player who can break into the first team in the future. However, his playing time was limited as United failed to qualify for European competition, making loan moves essential to his development.
Manchester United have full confidence in their midfielder
Hull City moved decisively to secure the energetic midfielder, believing he would bring further dynamism and depth to the squad for the second half of the season.
Collier is expected to complete his transfer in time for Hull’s match against Swansea City this weekend and could make his debut if selected.
For the player himself, the loan means another opportunity to showcase the talent that has made him one of United’s standout young players.
If the move goes through as expected, Collier’s next few months at Hull could be crucial to his development.
Manchester United consider signing 22-year-old midfielder as midfield overhaul looms
