Tyler Fletcher was named the 2025/26 Denzil Haroun reserve player of the year for Manchester United, and now he has heaped praise on one coach who has been vital for his development.
After a strong 2024/25 season, Tyler Fletcher has really kicked on for Manchester United this campaign, earning the U21 player of the season award.
The 18-year-old midfielder has established himself as a top talent, with Michael Carrick debuting Fletcher in February against Tottenham.
Fletcher has consistently been on the first-team bench, while starring for the U21s in a drive toward the Premier League 2 trophy. Now, the Scottish youth international has hailed one of the first-team coaches who has been key for him.
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Tyler Fletcher praises Travis Binnion
Fletcher’s United debut saw him barely put a foot wrong, and he could be set for further minutes before the season ends, and during pre-season.
Now, Fletcher has spoken on the Inside Carrington podcast after winning his award and picked out Travis Binnion for individual praise.
“Yeah, he’s a great guy. He’s an unbelievable coach as well. And to have a familiar face around the first team and someone who knows me so well, since I joined the club, he was there every step of the way.
“And to have him there and around it, to give me some advice, to tell me I can do better. Yeah, it’s really good to have him there. And yeah, hopefully he stays there.”
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Manchester United should still add to coaching ranks
There has been nothing but praise for United’s coaching staff under Michael Carrick, with Binnion impressing with the attackers.
Meanwhile, Jonathan Woodgate and Jonny Evans have been key for the defenders. Then there is Steve Holland who has transformed the side’s defensive structure.
But with Carrick set to be appointed permanently, there needs to be additional names brought in for long-term success.
Bayern Munich’s Aaron Danks has been linked with United, and he would be an exceptional coup. Adding more quality and experience is vital considering some of the less experienced names in the staff at the moment.
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