Man United announce player’s departure in touching farewell as ‘new adventure’ awaits

Tyler Fredricson has left Manchester United with a heartfelt statement released confirming his permanent move to Switzerland

Manchester United have confirmed the permanent departure of Tyler Fredricson – with the academy graduate joining Lausanne-Sport. The club wrote on social media that “United is all ever known. But now it’s time for a new adventure,” in a touching message to their boyhood player.

The full statement on United’s website read: “Tyler Fredricson has agreed a permanent transfer to Lausanne-Sport, subject to registration.

“A lifelong Red from south Manchester, he worked diligently while proudly rising through the ranks of our world-famous youth system.

“The 21-year-old played in every round of our 2022 FA Youth Cup campaign as the side reached the final, before illness prevented him from playing in the showpiece occasion against Nottingham Forest.

“The defender made his first-team debut against Wolverhampton Wanderers on 20 April 2025 and went on to make further appearances against Brentford, Grimsby Town and Newcastle United.”

“Joining the club at Under-9 level, Tyler has been a model professional throughout his time with the club and a popular member of our Academy squads. His place in United’s history books is also secured as a recipient of the prestigious Denzil Haroun Reserve-Team Player of the Year award in 2025.

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“Lausanne finished ninth in the Swiss Super League last season, and they hope to progress this term following July’s appointment of new head coach Luka Elsner.

“Everybody at United thanks Tyler for all his efforts during his time with the club and we wish him all the best for the next chapter of his career.”

The defender made four competitive appearances for United’s senior team, with two Premier League starts made in the build-up to United’s Europa League final. He played the final two minutes of last season’s win over Newcastle United.

The 21-year-old spent much of last season training with the first team but appeared in just one matchday squad under Michael Carrick.

He is set to link up with Sekou Kone at Lausanne-Sport after the midfielder’s loan move was confirmed last week. The two clubs quite clearly have a strong relationship and United could potentially benefit from that when it comes to the Swiss club developing any wonderkids.

Sealing departures appears to have been the focus for United in recent weeks, with deals for Youri Tielemans, Karl Darlow and Andrey Santos all confirmed in the space of just two days.

A third midfield addition is being targeted with Manu Kone, Alex Scott and Carlos Baleba among the options.