Powell closing in on loan move away from Man United to Wigan



Manchester United youngster Nick Powell is close to making a move to Wigan before the end of the transfer window.



The midfielder, who is on the periphery of David Moyes' squad, would stay at the DW Stadium for the season.



It is admitted that Powell - who was signed by Sir Alex Ferguson from Crewe Alexandra for £4million last summer - needs added game time in order to further his development.



Off and running: Nick Powell signed for Man United last summer and scored on debut against Wigan

And the Latics are planning ahead if they lose central midfielder James McCarthy. Owen Coyle admitted on Thursday morning that they had fielded enquiries and were expecting offers for the Irishman.



Powell's verstaility - the 19-year-old's capability of playing across the front and midfield - is appealing.



The Championship side are looking at a number of potential loan signings from Premier League clubs and already enjoy a good relationship with the Reds since selling Antonio Valencia in 2009.



Blighted: Powell's first season at Old Trafford was curtailed by injury

Angelo Henriquez spent the first half of 2013 under ex-boss Roberto Martinez and they quickened Tom Cleverley's rise two years earlier.



Coyle has an envious track record at nurturing young talent on a temporary basis. Jack Wilshere and Daniel Sturridge both played under him at Bolton, with the Scottish manager possessing a bargaining chip when persuading top flight clubs to let young players go.



Powell, whose debut season at Old Trafford was blighted by injury, has attracted the interest of top flight clubs, including Crystal Palace, over the summer.

