Northampton announce loan arrival of Manchester United prospect Ethan Wheatley

Northampton Town have signed striker Ethan Wheatley on a season-long loan from Manchester United.

The 19-year-old is the Cobblers’ 13th new signing of the 2025 summer transfer window, with the news announced the night before Northampton’s season opening match against Wigan Athletic.

Wheatley spent time last season on loan in League 2 with Walsall, while he has also made 4 appearances for the Manchester United first team and scored for England at the under-19 Euros earlier this year.

Northampton boss Kevin Nolan voiced his delight to confirm the deal that brings Wheatley to Sixfields in remarks with the club’s official website.

He said, “We are delighted to get Ethan’s signing over the line.

“We have been speaking to Manchester United, Ethan, his Dad and his agent over the last few weeks to make sure everything is right and everyone is happy.

“He has played in the Premier League for Manchester United at the age of 18 and you don’t do that without having a lot of ability. I have seen enough of him to know what he is all about, what his attributes are and to believe that he can come in and be a good addition for us.

“He is tall, strong, powerful and quick and a really good athlete. We believe he fits in with what we are trying to do, how we want to play and what we need from our strikers. With his qualities and what he brings, we believe that he can be a good addition to what is already a sound squad.