Sportske Novosti has reported that HNK Rijeka is interested in acquiring Manchester United's winger Ethan Williams on a loan deal. The offer is indicative of the transfer strategy being pursued under the club's new ownership. Williams, who emerged from Manchester United's esteemed academy, made his first senior appearance last season during a loan spell at Cheltenham Town in England's fourth division, where he scored two goals and provided two assists over 17 matches. His abilities caught the attention of Ruben Amorim, who invited him to join the first-team preparations, during which he scored in a 4-0 win against Bournemouth.

HNK Rijeka has submitted a formal loan offer for 19-year-old Manchester United U21 winger, Ethan Williams. Manchester United is considering a loan as the most probable option for his development.