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Man Utd’s controversial Harry Amass treatment is even worse for three academy teammates

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Manchester United's manager Michael Carrick retained four young players - Harry Amass, Tyler Fletcher, Jaydan Kamason, and Jack Fletcher - for squad depth in the summer, but they have seen limited game time. Only Amass has played, making two substitute appearances in the Champions League. The other three players have not featured in the first team this season.

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Man Utd’s controversial Harry Amass treatment is even worse for three academy teammates
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Manchester United's manager Michael Carrick retained four young players - Harry Amass, Tyler Fletcher, Jaydan Kamason, and Jack Fletcher - for squad depth in the summer, but they have seen limited game time. Only Amass has played, making two substitute appearances in the Champions League. The other three players have not featured in the first team this season. Carrick's decision to keep them has raised questions about their development.

The lack of game time for these players is frustrating, especially with ongoing injury issues affecting the team. For example, Luke Shaw's injury has led to Ayden Heaven being played out of position at left-back, rather than giving Harry Amass a chance. Similarly, Tyler Fletcher and Jack Fletcher are likely to need loan moves to progress their careers. Jaydan Kamason's prospects also look bleak, despite interest from clubs in signing him permanently or on loan.

The players have had some opportunities elsewhere, such as Tyler Fletcher going to the World Cup with Scotland, but their development is being hindered by the lack of game time at Manchester United. Jack Fletcher has been playing under-21 football, but the irregular schedule has not allowed him to build consistency. A January exit is likely for Jaydan Kamason, who has barely been considered despite the team's full-back problems.

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Manchester United decided to keep four young players for depth – but amid a need for it, they have not been used. Michael Carrick has options at his disposal that he is yet to utilise this season. In the summer he elected to retain Harry Amass, Tyler Fletcher, Jaydan Kamason and Jack Fletcher for squad depth. Only Amass has seen any game time this season – and it has been in very limited quantity. Carrick’s decision not to use all four players is his prerogative, but it also asks the question – why keep them around? United denied the quartet loan opportunities in order to keep them active, but with such a limited academy schedule, are their interests being served well?

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