Manchester United youngster joins Sheffield United

The 20-year-old has signed a loan deal until the end of the season and becomes Chris Wilder's second January signing following the arrival of Samir Carruthers.

Riley met his new Blades team-mates today and is in contention to make his debut for Saturday's visit of Gillingham.

“I’m delighted to be here and can’t wait to get out there and hopefully show what I’m all about," said midfielder Riley. "To be able to come to Sheffield United is brilliant for me. It’s a move that ticks every box and makes perfect sense.

“I’m really looking forward to getting involved and helping the lads to try and get promotion,” Riley said.

“They’ve made a really good start and I want to be a part of helping that carry on.

“The manager (Wilder) has explained what he wants from me and I’ll be doing everything to try and give him and the team that.”