Stockport County have completed the permanent signing of Ethan Ennis from Manchester United. The 21-year-old forward joins after a standout loan spell at Fleetwood Town last season, where he scored six goals and provided eight assists in 46 appearances.
What does this mean for Stockport County?
Ennis arrives at Edgeley Park with a wealth of experience for his age. He signed for United in 2021 after rejecting an offer from Liverpool and was part of the FA Youth Cup-winning squad in 2022. His versatility and creativity will add depth to Dave Carrick's squad as they look to build on their strong start to the 2026/27 League One campaign, currently sitting second in the table with three points from one game.
What are the details of the transfer?
According to reports, Manchester United included a 50% sell-on clause and a buy-back option in the deal. This means United could benefit significantly if Ennis is sold in the future. The Red Devils also retained matching rights, allowing them to match any offer Stockport receive for the player.
What's next for Ennis at Stockport?
Ennis will now focus on settling into his new team and helping Stockport push for promotion. His first chance to impress will come in their next fixture against Reading on February 27, 2027. With three goals scored and only one conceded so far this season, Stockport will be looking to maintain their strong defensive record while adding more firepower up front.
