This article contains affiliate links, and we will receive a commission on any sales generated from them. It is reported that Manchester United will need to sell players in order to buy during the upcoming summer transfer window.
Sir Jim Ratcliffe and INEOS are said to be preparing to offload as many as 12 players at Old Trafford, a task that may encounter familiar challenges. Since the end of Sir Alex Ferguson’s era in 2013, it has seemed like Manchester United require a busy summer almost every year.
The end of Ten Hag’s second season, which has seen disappointing regression, is set to be no different. However, the club now has new decision-makers in place.
Nonetheless, the availability of funds for new signings remains a crucial factor, and it largely depends on the efficiency of player sales by INEOS. Reports suggest that INEOS needs to generate £100m more than they spend, underscoring the significance of successfully offloading players.
Some key players are said to be up for sale, including Marcus Rashford, whose contract and recent form have reportedly made finding a buyer challenging. Additionally, contracts for Raphael Varane and Anthony Martial are set to expire, potentially freeing up substantial wages for reinvestment.
Other players such as Aaron Wan-Bissaka, Harry Maguire, Victor Lindelof, Scott McTominay, Christian Eriksen, Casemiro, Donny van de Beek, Jadon Sancho, and Mason Greenwood are also reportedly available for the right offers. The uncertainty surrounding the future of Marcus Rashford is highlighted due to his recent form and off-field controversies, but his high salary and lack of interest from other clubs have complicated his potential sale.
The issue of high wages for underperforming players has been a challenge for the club in the past and is likely to continue as they seek to offload surplus talent. The new sporting hierarchy at INEOS, although still evolving, is expected to play a role in managing these changes.