Manchester United loanee Jacob Devaney has made a positive start to life on loan at St Mirren.
A frenetic week for Manchester United youngster Jacob Devaney saw him clinch a loan move on transfer deadline day and make his debut 24 hours later.
Devaney’s loan to St Mirren saw him thrown straight into the team’s starting XI for their Scottish Premiership game against league leaders Hearts.
The young Manchester United midfielder played a key role in his team recording a surprise 1-0 victory.
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Jacob Devaney played 70 minutes in his side’s victory, making a positive impression on St Mirren supporters.
One fan wrote on X: “That was a very good debut for Jacob Devaney. At just 18 years old he looks calm and composed on the ball and I don’t think he gave the ball away once.
“You can see why there’s hype around him and he’ll be a good one to watch develop until the end of the season.”
There was prominent praise for Devaney from his Manchester United academy teammates, after his message: “Great result last night and thank you to all the @stmirrenfootballclub fans for the welcome and support.”
A selection of comments of encouragement can be viewed below…
Jack Fletcher: 🔥🔥Reece Munro: good start🔥Ethan Wheatley: What a start!Finley McAllister: GeneralGodwill Kukonki: Played you🔥Tyler Fletcher: top 👏
Devaney had 49 touches during his debut appearance, making two tackles and four clearances, while winning 8 of 13 duels he contested.
He was trusted to take corners and won four free-kicks for his side, enjoying a prominent role that offers encouraging signs for the future.
St Mirren are back in action on Friday night in the Scottish Cup against Scottish Championship side Airdrieonians.
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Jacob Devaney was captaining the Manchester United under-21 side before his exit. At just 18-years-old, he is now ready for a brand new challenge.
Devaney is a calm understated midfielder in the Michael Carrick mould, and while he could have benefited from working with him at Carrington, he may get the opportunity next season.
The teenager’s mission is now to use this loan spell to his benefit, stay fit, and return to Carrington sharper and stronger for pre-season.
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