Fryers Targets Reds Return

Ezekiel Fryers is already plotting his return to United’s first team, just a few hours after his official Reds debut ended in victory over rivals Leeds at Elland Road.

The 19-year old defender, who was one of 11 changes made by Sir Alex Ferguson for the Carling Cup third round clash on Tuesday, put in an impressive shift against Simon Grayson’s side before leaving the action on 80 minutes with cramp.

And having enjoyed a sample of first team duties, Fryers explained to MUTV why he is hungry for more: “It was really good to come up to the first team, it was a massive experience and it was great to play against Leeds at Elland Road.

“It was a massive night for me. It was quality and a massive step up, so I was happy to get 80 minutes in.

"I had to come off with a bit of cramp so now it’s all about working hard with the Reserves and getting fitter so that I’m ready for whenever these chances might come again.”

Fryers was joined at Elland Road by fellow debutants Larnell Cole and Paul Pogba, who both stepped off the bench to produce accomplished, steady performances against noteworthy Championship opposition which was a comforting point for the Reds' defender.

“It was good to have Larnell and Pogba alongside me when they came on," he added. "We have been playing together for a long time, so this was massive for all of us.”