Manchester United face a crucial decision regarding the future of highly-rated youngster Harry Amass, with Sheffield Wednesday confirming talks to extend his loan spell amidst a reported scramble from a dozen rival clubs.
Wednesday Push to Keep Shining Loan Star
Sheffield Wednesday boss Henrik Pedersen has publicly confirmed that discussions are ongoing to retain the services of 18-year-old left-back Harry Amass beyond this weekend. The Manchester United loanee's current deal at Hillsborough is set to expire after Sunday's Championship fixture against Queens Park Rangers.
Amass has been a standout performer for the struggling Owls, making 20 appearances and playing virtually every minute under Pedersen since his arrival. His consistent form even earned him the club's Player of the Month award for November.
Multi-Club Interest Complicates United's Decision
The teenager's impressive adaptation to Championship football has not gone unnoticed elsewhere. Reports indicate that as many as 12 clubs are now monitoring his situation with a view to a January move.
Stoke City and Millwall have been specifically named among the suitors keen to lure Amass away from South Yorkshire. This external interest creates a complex scenario for Manchester United's decision-makers, who must weigh the benefits of his continued development at a happy and familiar Wednesday against other potential options.
Administration Issues Limit Wednesday's Hand
Sheffield Wednesday's hopes of securing Amass for the rest of the season are complicated by the club's ongoing financial situation. The Owls remain in administration and are operating under a fee restriction ban imposed by the English Football League (EFL).
This means the club is currently restricted to signing free agents or arranging loan deals that do not involve a fee. The ban is not scheduled to be lifted until the end of the 2027 winter transfer window.
Pedersen revealed the club is in dialogue with the EFL to establish exactly what business they can conduct. "I hope that we get an answer very, very soon, and hopefully we can do some things so we can get some support to the players," the manager stated.
Ultimately, the final call rests with Manchester United. They must decide whether to recall, relocate, or extend Amass's stay at Sheffield Wednesday, balancing his impressive momentum against the broad Championship interest his performances have generated.
