Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes, Harry Maguire and Kobbie Mainoo are among the players who have sent well wishes to Tyler Fredricson after his permanent transfer to Lausanne-Sport was confirmed.
The 21-year-old defender's move to the Swiss club was announced on Thursday and came as a surprise. Fredricson has signed a three-year deal with Lausanne-Sport and issued an emotional statement on his time at United.
Fredricson's emotional goodbye
On Instagram, Fredricson said: "After 11 years it’s my time to say goodbye to Manchester United. I want to thank every coach, player, staff member and the incredible fans for supporting me throughout my journey. Wearing this badge and representing this club has been a dream come true and will always be something I am very proud of. Thank you for everything. Once a red. Always a red."
United players were quick to respond. Patrick Dorgu, Fernandes, Maguire and Leny Yoro all wrote: "All the best." Kobbie Mainoo, who came through the academy with Fredricson, added: "Gonna miss you bro."
Other well wishes
Tyler Fletcher, Ethan Wheatley, Radek Vitek and Jack Fletcher also replied to his Instagram post. New signing Kit Margetson and former player Rhys Bennett also wished him well. Later, Shea Lacey and Joe Hugill sent messages to Fredricson, having spent time with him in United's youth ranks.
Fredricson made four appearances for United's senior team, three in the Premier League and one last season against Newcastle United. Despite limited first-team action, United released a statement marking his departure after over a decade at the club.
Club statement
Part of the announcement read: "Tyler Fredricson has agreed a permanent transfer to Lausanne-Sport, subject to registration. A lifelong Red from south Manchester, he worked diligently while proudly rising through the ranks of our world-famous youth system. The 21-year-old played in every round of our 2022 FA Youth Cup campaign as the side reached the final, before illness prevented him from playing in the showpiece occasion against Nottingham Forest. Everybody at United thanks Tyler for all his efforts during his time with the club and we wish him all the best for the next chapter of his career."
