James Weir

Manchester United

Born in Preston, Lancashire, Weir began his career with local club Preston North End before joining the Manchester United academy in 2008. While progressing at the club's academy, he represented England at U16 and U18 level. At one point, Weir was captain of Manchester United's Academy and later the under-21 side. Weir made his UEFA Youth League debut for Manchester United U19 against Bayer Leverkusen, where he started and played for 69 minutes, as they won 4–3. During the tournament, Weir played two matches in the right–back position for the side. However, in the club's second meeting of the tournament against Bayer Leverkusen, on 27 November 2013, he was sent–off in stoppage time for a second bookable offence, as they lost 3–1. In the 2015–16 season, Weir spent months training with the first team players. He was later called to the first team by Manager Louis van Gaal and appeared as an unused substitute against Newcastle United on 12 January 2016. Weir made his professional debut on 28 February 2016 in a 3–2 Premier League win at home to Arsenal, coming on as an injury-time substitute for Ander Herrera. After making his debut, he spoke out about his development in the academy. Weir later appeared seven times as an unused substitute later in the 2015–16 season, as it turned out to be his only appearance. At the end of the 2015–16 season, Weir was offered a new contract by the club.

Hull City

Instead, on 31 August 2016, Weir signed a…

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