Man Utd blocks player's loan move amid interim manager talks

Manchester United have recalled midfielder Toby Collyer and have delayed approval of a proposed loan to Hull City while they decide on an interim manager after Ruben Amorim's sacking.

Manchester United have put a potential loan move for midfielder Toby Collyer on hold. The club recalled Collyer from a season-long loan at West Bromwich Albion earlier this month. Approval of a requested loan to Hull City has been delayed pending a decision on an interim manager, according to reports including Fabrizio Romano. United dismissed Ruben Amorim after 14 months in charge and Darren Fletcher is currently serving as caretaker manager. Fletcher oversaw a 2-2 Premier League draw with Burnley and will remain in charge for the FA Cup third-round tie with Brighton. Known details: - Ruben Amorim was sacked the day after a 1-1 draw at Leeds United, with reports noting a breakdown in relations with football director Jason Wilcox. - Darren Fletcher is serving as caretaker manager and managed a 2-2 draw with Burnley; he will lead the team for the FA Cup match against Brighton. - United are seeking to appoint an interim manager until the end of the season, with Michael Carrick and Ole Gunnar Solskjaer reported as frontrunners. - Toby Collyer, 22, was recalled from a loan at West Brom where he made 12 Championship appearances, and has not featured since late November because of a calf injury. - Hull City have asked about taking Collyer on loan, but any approval is delayed until United decide on an interim boss. - Manchester United currently sit seventh in the Premier League and the club's January transfer activity is unclear. Summary: The immediate effect is that Collyer's potential loan to Hull City is paused while the club resolves its interim manager situation. United are searching for a temporary manager until the end of the season and have named possible candidates. Undetermined at this time.