Manchester City midfielder Kian Breckin has made the decision to join Crewe Alexandra, according to sources at Football Insider. The League Two club is finalizing a loan deal for the central midfielder before the transfer deadline on August 31st. Manchester City believes that sending Breckin out on loan will be beneficial for his development.
Breckin, who is 20 years old, spent the first half of last season on loan at Wycombe Wanderers in League One to gain more playing time. Although he only made two appearances in the league, he featured in seven cup matches. Additionally, he played eight times in the Premier League 2 for Manchester City, contributing two assists.
Crewe Alexandra will have the opportunity to help Breckin progress by providing him with more playing opportunities, which is crucial for his career advancement. The midfielder has shown promise in Manchester City’s youth teams, making 35 appearances in the Under-18s Premier League and scoring five goals. He has also been successful in the Premier League 2, scoring eight goals in 36 appearances.
While Breckin is set to go out on loan for further experience, Manchester City is planning to retain James McAtee for the upcoming season. The 21-year-old striker has impressed during pre-season, earning praise from manager Pep Guardiola.
In addition to the transfer news, there have been developments regarding Manchester City’s Jack Grealish. For more exclusive updates on Crewe Alexandra and other football news, follow Football Insider on Facebook or join their new WhatsApp Channel for instant updates directly to your phone.