Paul Robinson makes prediction on James Garner and Man United amid Nottingham Forest loan spell

Former England international Paul Robinson believes Nottingham Forest loanee James Garner will have a role to play at parent club Manchester United next season, delivering his verdict in an interview with Football Insider.

The 20-year-old struggled at the start of his second temporary spell at the City Ground, making numerous appearances off the pitch with the likes of Ryan Yates and Jack Colback being preferred and even being an unused substitute against Queens Park Rangers in late October.

He has started every one of Steve Cooper’s side’s competitive games since the latter stages of November though, re-establishing himself as one of the first players on the teamsheet and impressing both as a more advanced player and a deeper operator in the middle of the park.

He was especially impressive against Leicester City last weekend, earning plaudits for his performance from former Arsenal defender Martin Keown and many others as he played an instrumental part in the Reds’ 4-1 FA Cup victory.

Unfortunately for Forest, he, along with the likes of Djed Spence, Philip Zinckernagel, Max Lowe and Keinan Davis are all only at the City Ground on loan spells and although the second-tier side are keen on a permanent deal according to journalist Ekrem Konur, the midfielder wants to stay put and fight for a first-team place at Old Trafford.

And former shot-stopper Robinson believes his future lies in Manchester as he delivered his prediction on the role the youngster will have at Ralf Rangnick’s side next term.

Speaking to Football Insider, he said: “Garner has been exceptional at Forest. He is an example of why players get sent out on loan.

“He can play at the top level and I think he has proven that at Forest. I don’t think he’s one