Manchester United youth Dylan Levitt must follow the example of Chelsea’s Ethan Ampadu both by coming out on loan and by seizing the opportunity on the international stage.
This is the verdict of fellow countryman Nathan Blake, who spoke of the Welsh international, once again called up this week in the Welsh team by United great Ryan Giggs.
Blake, himself a former Wales star, believes leaving Old Trafford on loan is the next logical step in Levitt’s development. MEN Sport understands the club is considering a loan for the 19-year-old, with League One the most likely destination.
Levitt has only played once for United’s first team, although he has been called into the last three Wales teams by Giggs.
“Ethan Ampadu has shown that it is not necessary to play in the first team to come and give a good reputation internationally,” former Wolves and Wales forward Blake told MEN Sport.
“If they’re good enough, they’ll be fine. It’s a big step forward, don’t get me wrong, but the next friendlies are a good opportunity for Ryan to make a decision on the boy.”
Blake then urged Levitt to look for a regular playing time further down the football pyramid to really prove himself.
He added: “For how United are doing and for the money they have spent, especially in that midfield area, it will have to be a player to get in.
“If he’s not on the pitch, I’d say he’ll definitely go on loan to League One or the Championship. It’s about playing 90 minutes two or three times a week. He needs to go out and play with his legs so he can play well for the game. whole season.
“Every young player I’ve ever met has joined the first team and then took a dive. So it’s about what they do next.
International football is a bit of a false economy because you will be so hyped that you do well, and it’s only one or two games at a time. Seasons aren’t won or lost in a game or two, you have to have that stamina and strength. Once your body can handle 50 games per season, you are in the right place. “
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