Man Utd now ready to offload two United players including ‘world-class’ star, not Rashford – report

Manchester United are prepared to part ways with two of their most experienced players during the January transfer window, according to Daily Mail.

The Red Devils have been in a poor run of form in the Premier League, and have picked up only three points from their last five games in the top-flight.

The club need to reinforce the squad at the turn of the year and this could coincide with some departures to free up transfer funds as well as the wage bill.

It is now reported that United would be open to offloading Victor Lindelof and Christian Eriksen if suitable offers are made during the winter transfer window.

Lindelof and Eriksen will enter the last six months of their contracts in January, and United are willing to cash in rather than lose them on free transfers.

United could permit mid-season exits for Lindelof and Eriksen

Lindelof has had a bizarre season with the Red Devils. He started the campaign on the sidelines after picking up a toe injury during a pre-season friendly.

The Swede was used sparingly by managers Erik ten Hag and Ruud van Nistelrooy, but it was anticipated that he could play more under new boss Ruben Amorim.

However, the centre-back picked up a hamstring injury on international duty. He recently made his first start, but was substituted with a fresh setback before half-time.

With his recurrent injury troubles, United would prefer offloading him at the earliest possibility.

Eriksen could likewise head for the exit door next month. The midfielder has played just 94 minutes in the top-flight since Amorim’s debut game against Ipswich Town.

He made a start against Tottenham Hotspur in the Carabao Cup quarter-final but was substituted in the 54th minute after an underwhelming display away from home.

Eriksen, described as ‘world-class‘ by Brentford manager Thomas Frank, could leave in January. Ajax could return for him, having considered a reunion last summer.

The departure of the duo could depend on them accepting pay-cuts. A pay-off could be required from United too. The club could save some of their wages (£7m) with mid-season exits.

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Article written by Sri Aswin .