Former Manchester United and Burnley full-back Richard Eckersley is training with La Liga side Elche . Eckersley begun his career at the Red Devils but after failing to make an impact in Manchester , he rejected the offer of a new contract and signed for Premier League newcomers Burnley . But an unsuccessful three years in Lancashire , where Eckersley failed to make a league appearance , saw him make a move to MLS outfit Toronto FC on loan . Richard Eckersley ( left ) , seen here battling with Clint Demspey , is currently training with La Liga side Elche . Eckersley has been hampered by injuries throughout his career but showed promise at MLS side Toronto FC . Following a successful loan period , Toronto signed Eckersley permanently and he made over 50 appearances for the club . But injuries restricted him in his final season at Toronto before he made the move to fellow MLS side New York Red Bulls last year . However , the 26-year-old is a now free agent after leaving Red Bull Arena . Eckersley will be hoping he can impress manager Fran Escriba and secure a dream move to Spain with Elche . The 26-year-old begun his career at Old Trafford but made only two Premier League appearances for United .
Richard Manchester United started his career with Eckersley . But the defender played only two Premier League games for the Red Devils . Manchester United recently left New York Red Bulls and is training with Elche .