Leyton Orient eye Manchester United midfielder Jacob Devaney on loan
Leyton Orient are reportedly interested in signing Manchester United midfielder Jacob Devaney on loan ahead of the new season. The 20th-placed League One side are looking to rebuild and have already signed seven players this summer.
What happened?
Manchester United's ruthless approach to recruitment this summer has caught the eye, with the club only signing players who want to be at the club. Michael Carrick and the recruitment team's targeted approach to the window has also been noted, with the club specifically targeting midfield through the signings of Andrey Santos and Youri Tielemans.
Why it matters for Leyton Orient
Leyton Orient are looking to rebuild after finishing 20th in League One last season and narrowly avoiding relegation. The club has a history of targeting Manchester United players, with former United player Ethan Galbraith spending two seasons with the club before moving to Swansea City.
What comes next?
Leyton Orient open their League One campaign against Sheffield Wednesday on Saturday 15th August. The club will be looking to make a strong start to the season and potentially sign Jacob Devaney on loan to bolster their midfield.
Leyton Orient finished 20th in League One last season, with 52 points from 46 games. They have already signed seven players this summer, including Armando Dobra from Chesterfield and Yusuf Akhamrich from Tottenham Hotspur. The club's recent form has been DLLDL, with their last result being a 2-2 draw against Burton Albion on 2nd May 2026.
