Six Players Set to Leave Manchester United in January Transfer Window
Six players could be on their way out of Manchester United when the January transfer window opens, as manager Erik ten Hag looks to trim his squad following their Champions League elimination. The team’s 1-0 defeat to Bayern Munich on Tuesday night confirmed their bottom-place finish in the group, resulting in their failure to qualify for the Europa League.
Possible Departures
According to ESPN, several departures are expected, with only the Premier League and FA Cup left for United to compete in next year. The first player likely to leave is Jadon Sancho, who has been excluded from the first-team squad since August due to a public falling out with the manager. Although Ten Hag has left the door open for Sancho’s return if he apologizes, a move to Juventus or a return to Borussia Dortmund seems more probable.
Donny van de Beek is also nearing the end of his time at the club, having made just one appearance off the bench this season. Eintracht Frankfurt and La Liga leaders Girona are reportedly interested in signing the Dutch midfielder.
Anthony Martial, who will enter the final six months of his contract in January, is also open to offers from other clubs. Raphael Varane and Casemiro could potentially leave as well, with reports suggesting a falling out between Varane and Ten Hag, and Casemiro contemplating his future at Old Trafford.
Sergio Reguilon, who joined United on loan from Tottenham in September, may also return to north London in January if talks with Spurs regarding a break clause in the deal are successful. This could be a crucial move for United, especially with Luke Shaw’s recent injury and Tyrell Malacia’s expected absence until the new year.
Conclusion
In conclusion, Manchester United is set to undergo significant changes in their squad during the January transfer window. With several players potentially leaving, Ten Hag aims to reshape the team and focus on their remaining competitions. It will be interesting to see how these potential departures and new signings will impact the club’s performance in the coming months.
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