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Man Utd prospect completes loan exit after interest from multiple clubs
Manchester United midfielder Jacob Devaney has joined Hibernian on a season-long loan with an option to buy. The 19-year-old Republic of Ireland Under-21 international returns to Scotland after a successful spell at St Mirren.
Manchester United's Jacob Devaney Joins Hibernian on Season-Long Loan
Hibernian have completed the signing of Manchester United midfielder Jacob Devaney on a season-long loan, with the Scottish Premiership club holding an option to make the deal permanent.
The 19-year-old Republic of Ireland Under-21 international returns to Scotland for a second loan spell, having impressed at St Mirren during the second half of the 2025-26 season, where he made 18 first-team appearances.
Devaney has been involved with Manchester United's first team during pre-season, scoring in a 5-0 friendly victory over Rosenborg in July after coming off the bench. He is yet to make his competitive debut for the Red Devils but has captained the Under-21 side at 18 years old.
Hibernian head coach David Gray welcomed the signing, saying: "We're really pleased to bring Jacob to the club. He already has experience of Scottish football and knows the demands of the Premiership, which will be important as he settles into the squad."
Gray added: "He's a technically talented young international footballer who is keen to learn and develop, and we're looking forward to seeing what he can bring to the group."
Sporting director Malky Mackay also expressed his delight, stating: "We're delighted to welcome a player of Jacob's calibre to Hibernian FC. He's a young player with an excellent background and, importantly, he already has experience of playing in the Scottish Premiership."
Mackay acknowledged the competition for Devaney's signature, saying: "A lot of clubs were understandably interested in Jacob, so we're delighted that he saw his future at Hibs."
Devaney, born in Barnsley, has been at Manchester United since the age of six. He made his Under-18 debut at just 15 and has represented the Republic of Ireland up to Under-21 level. His father, Martin, is a former Ireland underage international who played for Barnsley from 2005-11.
The midfielder signed his first professional contract with United in 2023. Reports indicate Devaney has also agreed a new contract with Manchester United until 2029, with the player announcing the extension on his Instagram page. The deal has not yet been confirmed on the club's official channels.
Hibernian finished fifth in the Scottish Premiership last season and are set to face Gent in Europa Conference League qualifying. Devaney joins fellow Irish players Jamie McGrath, Owen Elding, and Warren O'Hora at Easter Road.
Meanwhile, Manchester United, under manager Michael Carrick, are undergoing a midfield overhaul this summer, having signed Carlos Baleba, Youri Tielemans, and Andrey Santos. The club began their Premier League campaign with a 2-0 defeat to Hull City.
How each outlet told it
Daily Record
Framing: Headline is a broad transfers roundup, not focused on Devaney, and omits his new contract. — Informative and slightly enthusiastic about Devaney's potential. Example quote: 'being tipped for big things.'
Facts Included:
Jacob Devaney joined Hibernian on loan with an option to buy.
Devaney is a Republic of Ireland Under-21 international.
He stood out at St Mirren in the second half of last term and made 18 first-team appearances.
Hibs boss David Gray praised Devaney in a quote.
Celtic target Gvidas Gineitis played in a 2-1 defeat to Milan and assisted Che Adams.
Former Celtic star Nicolas Kuhn was transfer-listed by Como after being left out of their squad.
Kuhn cost Como £17million and had six starts last season, scoring one goal.
Kuhn is one of six players made available for transfer by Como.
Motherwell boss Alfred Johansson commented on speculation over Lukas Fadinger.
Ally McCoist described Youssef Chermiti's situation at Rangers as 'an absolute disaster' after an ACL injury.
Viljami Sinisalo kept a clean sheet for Celtic in a 3-0 win over LASK.
Framing: Headline emphasizes the loan deal and the option to buy, highlighting the player's background as a United and Ireland prospect, but omits the new contract. — Positive and supportive of the player. Example quote: 'It’s an exciting opportunity for Jacob and for the club.'
Facts Included:
Hibernian signed Jacob Devaney on a season-long loan with an option to buy.
Devaney is an Ireland Under-21 midfielder.
He made 18 first-team appearances at St Mirren.
Hibs boss David Gray is quoted praising Devaney.
Malky Mackay, sporting director, is quoted welcoming Devaney.
Devaney is Barnsley-born and has been at United since age six.
Made his Under-18 debut at 15.
Scored in a 5-0 win over Rosenborg in pre-season.
His father Martin Devaney is a former Ireland underage international.
Michael Carrick praised Devaney's performance at centre-half against Wrexham.
Devaney spoke about his goal to play first-team football for Manchester United.
Framing: Headline emphasizes the loan exit and the interest from multiple clubs, but omits the contract extension and the option to buy. — Informative and neutral, with a focus on the player's potential. Example quote: 'Devaney is expected to have a bright future in the game.'
Facts Included:
Jacob Devaney joined Hibernian on loan for the season.
There was interest from 'a lot' of clubs.
Devaney spent the second half of the last campaign on loan at St Mirren.
He has been involved with the Manchester United first team during pre-season.
He scored in a 5-0 win over Rosenborg in July after coming off the bench.
Devaney is yet to make his first team debut for the Red Devils.
He captained the Under-21 side at 18 years old.
Born in Barnsley, where his father Martin played from 2005-11.
Capped by Republic of Ireland up to Under-21 level.
Hibernian finished fifth in the Scottish Premiership last season and will face Gent in Europa Conference League qualifying.
Framing: Headline is straightforward, mentioning the player's Ireland U21 status and the loan move, but omits the option to buy and any contract details. — Neutral and factual. Example quote: 'Hibs also have an option to make the 19-year-old midfielder's move to Easter Road permanent.'
Facts Included:
Jacob Devaney joined Hibernian on a season-long loan from Manchester United.
Hibs have an option to make the move permanent.
Devaney is a Republic of Ireland Under-21 international.
He signed his first professional contract with United in 2023.
He played in pre-season and scored against Rosenborg.
He made 18 appearances on loan with St Mirren during the second half of the 2025-26 season.
Hibs head coach David Gray is quoted praising Devaney.
Devaney joins three other Irish players at Hibernian: Jamie McGrath, Owen Elding, and Warren O'Hora.
Framing: The headline emphasizes the contract extension until 2029, which is the new information, but omits the loan move to Hibernian and the option to buy. — Measured, factual, with a focus on club strategy. Example quote: 'It’s an interesting circumstance...'
Facts Included:
Jacob Devaney, 19, joined Hibernian on a season-long loan with an option to permanently sign him.
Devaney confirmed a new contract at Manchester United until 2029 on his Instagram page.
The contract is a three-year deal, not yet confirmed on Manchester United's socials.
Devaney previously spent the second half of last season on loan at St Mirren.
Manchester United lost 2-0 to Hull City on the opening day of the season.
Manchester United signed Carlos Baleba, Youri Tielemans, and Andrey Santos in a midfield overhaul.
Michael Carrick is the Manchester United manager.
Devaney will play against Celtic and Rangers during the 2026/27 season.
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ClaimJacob Devaney, 19, joined Hibernian on a season-long loan from Manchester United with an option for Hibernian to make the move permanent.
ClaimHibernian head coach David Gray said: "We're really pleased to bring Jacob to the club. He already has experience of Scottish football and knows the demands of the Premiership..."