Manchester United will listen to loan offers for rookie defender Tyler Blackett this week . And the 20-year-old will also be considered for a season-long loan away from Old Trafford next season . Blackett has made the breakthrough into the United first-team this campaign , making 10 appearances for the club . Manchester United are set to listen to loan offers for defender Tyler Blackett . Blackett has made 10 appearances for Louis van Gaal 's side this season since breaking through . His performances even earned him a new two-year contract . But the youngster has n't played since the 1-0 home defeat to Southampton on January 11 . There is a belief among some coaches at Old Trafford that Blackett needs to toughen up before he can be considered as regular for Louis van Gaal 's side . Blackett comes on for Manchester United defender Luke Shaw against Southampton at Old Trafford . Blackett battles for the ball with Yeovil Town 's Kevin Dawson during the game at Huish Park . And United could send the Blackett on loan to the Championship before Thursday 's Football League loan deadline to give him vital senior experience . Likewise , Blackett is set for a loan switch away ahead of the start of next season as they look to groom him for United 's first team .
Manchester United defender Tyler Blackett could leave Old Trafford on loan . The 20-year-old could make move before Thursday 's loan deadline . Former England international Blackett, who has been at the club since 2012, is out of contract in June and will not be offered a new deal by manager Jose Mourinho, according to reports. But he could also be considered for a season-long loan deal next season . CLICK HERE for all the latest Manchester United news .