I spoke with Erik Ten Hag and his assistant coaches to indicate the players they want us to sell this summer. We where shocked on the players they mentioned. The same players Jose Mourinho coached and wanted to sell. They where really the problem at this club”- Manchester United ready to let senior first-team duo leave the club this summer: after identifying them as the remaining problem at the club. Reports
Manchester United co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe aims to offload up to seven more senior players this summer as the club continues its rebuild.
Ratcliffe’s stake in the Premier League club was ratified shortly after the January transfer window, making this summer his first opportunity to add new signings.
The billionaire is working on transfers with CEO Omar Berrada, technical director Jason Wilcox, and sporting director Dan Ashworth.
So far, United have secured two signings: Joshua Zirkzee from Bologna for £36.5 million and Leny Yoro from Lille for an initial £52 million.
Additionally, United have offloaded some high earners, including Raphael Varane and Anthony Martial, and sold Mason Greenwood to Marseille.
However, these might not be the last departures.
ESPN reports that Harry Maguire, Victor Lindelöf, Aaron Wan-Bissaka, Scott McTominay, and Christian Eriksen are all out of contract next summer, and United are prepared to listen to offers for all five.
Casemiro, who joined United from Real Madrid in 2022, might also be available amid reported interest from Saudi Arabia.
The seventh player who could move on is Antony. The Brazilian, who joined in the same window as Casemiro, was reportedly considered for a permanent sale earlier this year. United might now entertain a loan if a team is willing to cover his wages.Manchester United is undergoing a significant overhaul this summer under the leadership of Sir Jim Ratcliffe. Alongside CEO Omar Berrada, technical director Jason Wilcox, and sporting director Dan Ashworth, the club has already made substantial moves in the transfer market, securing Joshua Zirkzee from Bologna for £36.5 million and Leny Yoro from Lille for an initial £52 million.
Additionally, the club has offloaded high earners such as Raphael Varane, Anthony Martial, and Mason Greenwood, who has been sold to Marseille. However, the clearout is not over, as Manchester United is reportedly prepared to listen to offers for several other senior players whose contracts are set to expire next summer. These players include Harry Maguire, Victor Lindelöf, Aaron Wan-Bissaka, Scott McTominay, and Christian Eriksen.
Casemiro might also be available for transfer amid interest from Saudi Arabian clubs. Moreover, the club is considering the future of Antony, potentially entertaining a loan move if a team is willing to cover his wages. This extensive list of potential departures highlights the club’s commitment to a comprehensive rebuild and financial restructuring.