5 youngsters who became successful after leaving Manchester United
Manchester United saw plenty of activity on transfer deadline day. The club secured the services of Anthony Martial from Monaco for a world-record fee for a teenage. They also brought in Newport County's Regan Poole. But recently, United have sold some of their clubs' best prospects away to rivals – notably Danny Welbeck and Tom Cleverly.Both these players were destined for big things at United, but the incredible competition for places and their performances meant that there was no place for the two at the club anymore. United manager Louis van Gaal saw both of them as surplus to his needs.Welbeck joined Arsenal on a permanent deal while Cleverley joined Aston Villa on loan after moving on to Everton on a permanent basis. Both of them will be looking for a fresh start at their new clubs, just like other players who came through the academy or joined the club at a very young age and have made an impact at other clubs. Left: Danny Welbeck with his new Arsenal jersey, Right: Tom Cleverley unveiled at Aston VillaHere is a look at Top 5 active players who left Manchester United at a young age and went on to succeed.DISCLAIMER: The views expressed here are that of the author’s and not of the site.
#5 Ryan Shawcross
Shawcross is no stranger to Premier League fans. The current Stoke City captain was involved in a notorious incident with Arsenal star Aaron Ramsey in 2010, which left the Welshman with a broken leg.
Shawcross initially joined the Potters on loan from Manchester United in 2007. His good form with the club, who were then playing in the English Championship, prompted Tony Pulis to keep him at the Britannia stadium. The defender helped Stoke gain promotion to the Premier League and has been a key figure at the back for the team till date.
He was given the armband before the 2010-11 season and his fine form last season also saw him win Stoke City’s Player of the Year award.
He joined Manchester United in 2002 and progressed through the academy and reserves side, but could only manage two first team appearances for them – both in the League Cup before he left Old Trafford.
The 26-year-old has represented England once and is still eligible to represent Wales internationally as his only appearance came in a friendly. Interestingly his debut came against Sweden in 2012 and it was in this match that Zlatan Ibrahimovic scored 4 goals including his goal that won the 2013 Puskas award. Shawcross was the England player who desperately tried to make a goal line block.