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The Tigers face competition from Sheffield Wednesday in the race to sign Toby Collyer

Hull City are targeting Manchester United midfielder Toby Collyer as they look to strengthen their squad ahead of the new Championship season.

That’s according to journalist Alan Nixon, writing on his Patreon.

The 21-year-old is expected to leave Old Trafford on loan this summer, with several clubs chasing his signature.

Hull City lead Toby Collyer race despite competition from Sheffield Wednesday

According to Nixon, Hull are among the frontrunners to land Collyer on a temporary deal, with Sheffield Wednesday also in the mix.

The defensive midfielder, who made first-team appearances for United at the end of last season, is likely to find regular minutes hard to come by at Old Trafford this term.

The young prospect faces stiff competition from Bruno Fernandes, Casemiro, Manuel Ugarte and Kobbie Mainoo in the Red Devils' midfield.

Hull believe they can offer a more appealing package to both Collyer and United than the Owls, giving the player a platform to gain Championship experience while competing in a team aiming higher than last season’s 21st-place finish.

Man United loan approach fits Hull’s summer transfer reality

The Tigers’ interest in Collyer comes during a challenging transfer window.

An enforced embargo earlier in the summer blocked moves for permanent targets such as Louie Barry, but head coach Sergej Jakirovic has turned to free transfers and loans to bolster his squad.

The signing of striker Oli McBurnie, who chose Hull over former club Swansea City despite reportedly better terms on offer in Wales, has already demonstrated the club’s ability to compete in the market even under restrictions.

Hull’s recruitment so far has focused on adding experience, with McBurnie joining alongside John Lundstram, but bringing in Collyer would inject youthful energy and defensive stability into midfield.

While goals remain the Tigers' biggest question mark after finishing as the Championship’s lowest scorers last season, strengthening the spine is equally vital for Jakirovic’s side.

For Collyer, who joined United from Brighton in 2022 after rejecting Chelsea and Brentford, a loan spell could be the next step in a career disrupted last season by hamstring trouble.

He has featured in pre-season, including a 25-minute cameo in the recent friendly win over West Ham, but has openly stated