text: 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 .
target: Richard Eckersley started his career with Manchester United .
  But the defender played only two Premier League games for the Red Devils .
  Eckersley recently left New York Red Bulls and is training with Elche .