Manchester United already have a long-term successor to Luke Shaw at the club - and he's just won another award.
Shaw signed for United in the summer of 2014 and is still a regular starter nearly nine years later.
Now 27 years old and has made more than 175 appearances, the England international has had many ups and downs in the first team.
Earlier this year, he signed a new four-year deal with United, keeping him at the club until 2027 - a sign of the faith manager Erik ten Hag has in him. that.
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But he has received competition this season in the form of Tyrell Malacia, who signed for Dutch giants Feyenoord last summer. It is the addition of the 23-year-old that has led United to loan one of their most promising young talents - and he has impressed this campaign.
Man Utd has a long-term successor Shaw
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Alvaro Fernandez spent the season on loan at the Preston North End Championship, the first time the Spaniard had professional playing experience.
The 20-year-old mainly plays at left-back in manager Ryan Lowe's system, although he did play in central midfield in the 1-1 draw with Luton in February.
Fernandez's strongest point is his ability to move forward with the ball, and he often likes to cut in to create opportunities in the attacking area.
Like most young defenders, he has room for improvement both in defense and position, but he has shown improvement throughout the Championship season. Advertisement
He has 4 assists in 39 appearances on the left wing, which is sure to impress Ten Hag and his team.
After being named United Under-21 Player of the Year last season, his performance earned him the PNE Young Player of the Season award this time around.
Although United may feel they need another loan deal next season, the former Real Madrid youngster has shown he has the potential to play for the Reds in the future as long as he continues to develop.
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