Manchester United have confirmed that Ethan Williams has completed a permanent transfer to Peterborough. The 20-year-old winger spent last season on loan with Falkirk and was involved in pre-season with the first team this summer, making appearances against Wrexham, Rosenborg and Atletico Madrid.
Williams' Move to Peterborough
Williams has left United to kickstart his career in the professional game. Peterborough finished in the bottom half of the third tier last season, but they are hopeful of launching a play-off challenge in the new campaign.
Reacting to the move, Williams said: "The identity of this club is clear, they like to work with younger players and when I heard of the interest, it was a move that I wanted to make.
"I have been out on loan at a couple of clubs, have gained a lot of experience in men's football and felt it was the right time to leave United and sign for Peterborough.
"I have enjoyed my time at United and it's always tough to leave a place like that, but there comes a time in your career where you have to make tough decisions to develop yourself and Peterborough is renowned for helping younger players."
Manager's View and Farewell
Peterborough boss Luke Williams said: "Ethan is a player that will give us another option in the wide areas, he is quick, direct and will be a threat and I am looking forward to working with him.
"He has already got first team experience at a few clubs and joins us after being away with Manchester United on their pre-season tour, so he is fit and ready to go."
United wished Williams all the best for the next chapter of his career in their club announcement.
