Manchester United left-back Harry Amass has been left deeply frustrated and emotionally affected after being informed that he will not be allowed to return to Sheffield Wednesday, despite his strong desire to see out the remainder of the season at Hillsborough.
According to reports, the highly rated 18-year-old is now expected to join Norwich City on loan for the rest of the campaign, with a medical scheduled to take place tomorrow. The move comes just weeks after Amass returned to Manchester United following the expiration of his initial loan spell with Sheffield Wednesday.
Sources close to the player reveal that Amass had set his heart on a return to Sheffield Wednesday, where he felt settled, trusted, and supported by both the coaching staff and the fans. He was keen to continue his development at the club and believed finishing the season there would be the best step for his progress.
However, Manchester United ultimately blocked the move. The club is understood to believe that Amass needs to be placed in a more stable and highly competitive environment, where he can consistently test himself against experienced players while continuing his development at a high level. United officials reportedly feel that Norwich City better fits that profile at this stage of his career.
The decision has not gone down well with the young defender. Reports state that Amass was devastated when informed he would not be allowed to return to Sheffield Wednesday, especially given the strong bond he formed with the club during his previous loan spell. His disappointment is said to stem not only from the decision itself, but from the feeling that unfinished business remains with the Owls.
Sheffield Wednesday supporters have also reacted emotionally to the news, with many expressing frustration that the club could not secure his return, particularly given the positive impression Amass made during his time at Hillsborough.
While the Norwich City move is expected to be confirmed imminently, the episode highlights the difficult balance young players face between personal preference and long-term career planning dictated by parent clubs.
For Harry Amass, the focus will now shift to making the most of his opportunity at Norwich City — but those close to him insist his disappointment over Sheffield Wednesday is very real, and his affection for the club remains strong.
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