It was once the case that joining Manchester United would transform a player’s career – now it seems that leaving can seriously improve a footballer’s prospects.
Nottingham Forest winger Anthony Elanga scored one of the goals of the season against his former club to add his name to a burgeoning list which this season alone includes the names of Marcus Rashford and Antony.
Rashford scored twice on loan at Aston Villa at the weekend and may win a second consecutive FA Cup this season with Unai Emery’s side, having won it at United last year.