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Richard Fay

Manchester United youngster Alvaro Fernandez joins Preston on season-long loan

Manchester United youngster Alvaro Fernandez has left the club to join Preston North End on a season-long loan.

Fernandez, 19, has attracted plenty of interest over the past few weeks, with clubs in the Championship and even the Premier League battling for his signature.

The Spanish left-back was not included in United's pre-season tour squad this summer on the basis that he would train with the U21s before being allowed to leave on a temporary deal.

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Fernandez was present at Preston's final pre-season friendly against Leicester City on Saturday, and returned to the club's ground on Monday during the Lilywhites' open-training day.

He has now officially completed his season-long move to the Championship side and could make his debut this weekend when they begin their season away at Wigan.

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