Released Manchester United youngster signs for new club

Swindon Town have signed Manchester United graduate Reece Devine after he was released by the club this summer.

Devine, 20, spent four years at Old Trafford after first making his way in the Manchester City academy. However, a new challenge now awaits for the Stourbridge-born defender in League Two.

Featuring regularly in the U18s and U23s, the left-back started last season on loan with St. Johnstone and he moved on to Walsall during the January transfer window. Devine was introduced to the first-team setup at those two clubs and made 18 appearances overall last season.

He never quite got a look-in at United, though, and the former academy prospect has now put pen-to-paper on a two-year deal with the Robins, who have made three other signings this summer. Swindon play in League Two and are among the sides tipped for promotion next season.

Speaking to the club's official website, Devine said: "It's a really good feeling to sign for the club. I had some really positive chats with the new manager and I love the attacking football the team plays which will suit me massively. I'm really buzzing to get started.

"I'm naturally an attacking wing-back. I love to get forward and whip balls into the box and I've got a good engine, so I'm looking forward to expressing myself on the pitch.

"Scott Lindsey [Swindon manager] was an integral part of me signing here with his passion and vision. It made the decision very easy. I'm ready to push on and I hope I can achieve great things at this club."