article: Poole, 19, moved to Old Trafford in 2015 from Newport County, where he played under current Cobblers boss Justin Edinburgh. But his only United appearance to date was as a late substitute in the Europa League in February 2016. The Wales Under-21 international comes in as competition for centre-backs Ash Taylor and Leon Barnett. Edinburgh said: "He is a central defender who is comfortable on the ball. He is strong, he leaps well and he has all the attributes to be a top, top player. "He is mobile and he will complement the other defenders we have at the club well." Find all the latest football transfers on our dedicated page.
summary: League One side Northampton Town have signed young Manchester United defender Regan Poole on a season-long loan.