Wigan Athletic boss Roberto Martinez has told Manchester United the DW is the best place for Tom Cleverley's development.
The Spaniard believes both Cleverley and United will reap the benefit of his time at the DW.
Martinez said: "He is on the right track. He's got a good role in the squad, has a fantastic personality and technically and tactically he's extremely advanced for his age.
"United deserve huge credit for the way in which they are going about developing this young man and Tom is a great example to any young English player.
"But the fact is that what happens to Tom is not in our hands. While he is here, he'll be an important player who can help us win matches."