Anthony Elanga rules out Everton transfer as Manchester United star prepares for pre-season tour

Manchester United winger Anthony Elanga has ruled out a summer transfer to Everton.

The Sweden international made an eye-catching breakthrough during Ralf Ragnick’s interim tenure and featured prominently during the early stages of Erik ten Hag’s reign.

Elanga, however, struggled for opportunities as the season wore on amid competition from the likes of £90million signing Antony, Jadon Sancho and the emerging Alejandro Garnacho.

The 21-year-old now appears to have been deemed surplus to requirement by Ten Hag who had been hoping to boost his transfer funds by securing a sizable fee for Elanga.

Everton had been hopeful of signing Elanga

Everton had appeared the most likely destination for Elanga, but he has turned down a move to Goodison Park, according to the Daily Mail, amid concerns over how well he would suit the tactics employed by Toffees boss Sean Dyche.

Elanga has reported for pre-season duties with United and has travelled with the first-team on their tour of America while his future still hangs in the balance.

United hopeful of handing Andre Onana debut

United, meanwhile, are hopeful of handing a debut to Andre Onana in tomorrow’s friendly against Arsenal.

‘To join Manchester United is an incredible honour and I have worked hard all my life to get to this moment, overcoming many obstacles along the way,’ Onana said yesterday following confirmation of his £47million transfer.

‘Walking out at Old Trafford to defend our goal and contribute to the team will be another amazing experience. This is the start of a new journey for me, with new teammates, and new ambitions to fight for.

‘Manchester United has a long history of incredible goalkeepers, and I will now give everything to create my own legacy in the coming years.

‘I am excited by the opportunity to work again with Erik ten Hag, and I can’t wait to play my part in the success I know he is determined to deliver at this great football club.’

Fiorentina deny Manchester United bid for Sofyan Amrabat

Fiorentina have denied reports that Manchester United have made a bid for their midfielder Sofyan Amrabat.

Conclusion

Anthony Elanga has ruled out a summer transfer to Everton as Manchester United prepare for their pre-season tour. The 21-year-old winger has been deemed surplus to requirement by Erik ten Hag who had been hoping to boost his transfer funds by securing a sizable fee for Elanga. Meanwhile, United are hopeful of handing a debut to Andre Onana in tomorrow’s friendly against Arsenal. For more stories like this, check our sport page. Follow Metro Sport for the latest news on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.