The only goal in the first-leg Carabao Cup semi-final, which took place at Riverside Stadium on Tuesday night between the Championship team and Chelsea, was scored by the 21-year-old player.
Despite the fact that the Red Devils’ agents would have been happy with Hackney’s strong all-around performance against the Blues, they are not the only team interested in signing him.
Manchester City, Liverpool, and Tottenham Hotspur are among the clubs that have shown their admiration for the England young international. These clubs were present when he played Chelsea.
As Hackney played as an offensive midfielder behind the striker yesterday night, Boro manager Michael Carrick praised his efforts and referred to Hackney as a “hugely talented” player. Hackney was also praised for his performance.
In order to add a player with such a strong commitment to their roster, Manchester United might think about making a transfer move during the summer.
Middlesbrough is now in 11th place in the Championship, which is four points behind the play-off spots. They are currently on the outside looking in.
Despite the fact that they were eliminated from the play-off semifinals by Coventry City the previous year, they are working at achieving promotion to the Premier League. In the event that Carrick is unable to lead his team to victory once more, then and only then will Manchester United have a serious chance of acquiring Hackney.
The young player is often a center midfielder; but, due to his ability to possess the ball, he is frequently able to perform the role of a playmaker who is located in the deep zone. His potential is so great that he could become a superstar.
Man United is in desperate need of a player with such a strong will to succeed, and the fact that he is a homegrown talent is a plus.
According to the player quota criteria established by UEFA, in order for teams to compete in European competitions, they are required to have a minimum of eight players who have been educated by clubs from the same national league. Four of these players must come from the club’s own development system. Obtaining the Boro star would be a prudent move for the Red Devils players.
