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James Wilson to Brighton & Hove Albion: Latest Loan Details, Reaction and More

Manchester United forward James Wilson completed a loan move to Brighton & Hove Albion on Thursday, giving him the chance to continue his development with more consistent playing minutes.

The Seagulls confirmed the news via their official website.

Wilson is a product of United's vaunted academy and has been touted as a future great after impressing with the youth sides in the past few seasons. He made his senior debut at the end of the 2013-14 campaign against Hull City, marking his arrival on the biggest stage with two goals.

Under new manager Louis van Gaal, he saw little playing time in 2014-15, however, scoring one Premier League goal in two starts, per WhoScored.