MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - JULY 15: Anthony Martial of Manchester United celebrates after scoring a goal during the Pre-Season friendly match between Melbourne Victory and Manchester United at Melbourne Cricket Ground on July 15, 2022 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Robert Cianflone/Getty Images)
As Manchester United gears up for their match against Fulham today, a sense of bittersweet anticipation lingers in the air.
With the end of the season fast approaching, speculation surrounds the potential departure of several players from the club.
Under the watchful eye of manager Erik ten Hag, the upcoming game at Old Trafford may serve as a farewell for some familiar faces in the red jersey.
In this article, Infoexpert24 Sports takes a closer look at the individuals who might be donning the United kit for the final time in the Premier League today.
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David De Gea has been tipped to sign a new deal at United. But though Erik ten Hag wants the Spain international to stay, the 32-year-old is yet to agree to a massive salary reduction.
De Gea currently earns £375,000-a-week, making him the best-paid goalkeeper in world football, yet the Red Devils want him to drop down to £200,000-a-week instead.
Though there’s still an expectancy he’ll stick, rather than twist, there’s still a possibility he’ll leave.
De Gea, despite having some iffy moments this season, has still done enough to win the Premier League Golden Glove award.
Aaron Wan-Bissaka has come on leaps and bounds in recent months. Yet there’s still no guarantee the right-back will be at Old Trafford by this time next season, despite his improvement.
United want a new right-back, with Jeremie Frimpong linked, and any arrival would see Wan-Bissaka fall down his manager’s pecking order.
A return to Crystal Palace has been mooted, though the Eagles would have to give some of the £50million they received for the player back to stand a chance of any possible transfer.
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United won’t want to risk Raphael Varane ahead of next week’s FA Cup final showdown with Manchester City.
Therefore, that could give Harry Maguire a chance to make a rare start.
The former Leicester star has repeatedly insisted he wants to stay at Old Trafford and fight for his future.
But Maguire can’t afford another 12 months of being stuck behind the likes of Varane, Lisandro Martinez, Victor Lindelof and even Luke Shaw in his manager’s hierarchy.
United will likely look to move Maguire on, with Inter Milan and Fulham potential next destinations.
United are hoping to sign a new midfielder this summer. Adrien Rabiot is in their sights, with the Juventus star primed to leave Turin on a free transfer.
And Frenkie de Jong and Alexis Mac Allister are alternatives, despite Barcelona and Brighton being set to be stubborn in negotiations.
Should a new player come in, then Scott McTominay is likely to be sold.
Newcastle are fans of the Scotland international, who has been linked with a departure providing an offer of around £30m comes in.
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Fred is another player who has become a peripheral figure in recent times. He appeared to have won Ten Hag’s trust a few months ago, particularly after a fine display in his side’s 2-1 Europa League win over Barcelona.
But Fred has rarely been seen in the time since.
Like McTominay, he’s a player who could be shown the door in order for United to raise funds for more summer signings.
Fred has never justified his £52m price tag and a parting of ways would probably suit all parties.
Big things were expected of Anthony Martial when he joined from Monaco way back in the summer transfer window of 2015.
Fast-forward to now, however, and the 27-year-old has failed to live up to expectations.
United want a new No 9 with Harry Kane, Victor Osimhem and Dusan Vlahovic all emerging as possible options.
And Martial may leave as a result.
Juventus apparently have interest in the France international, though a lack of Champions League football may count against the Serie A giants.
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Wout Weghorst was brought in to replace Cristiano Ronaldo back in the January transfer window. But, with just two goals to his name, nobody is expecting the Netherlands international to join on a permanent basis.
Weghorst’s pressing has endeared him but the simple fact of the matter is he isn’t good enough to lead the line.
A return to Burnley is, therefore, on the cards.
And it’ll be interesting to see what happens to the 30-year-old, having previously toiled at Turf Moor last year.
With Erik ten Hag likely to make changes to the squad, supporters will be watching closely to see if this marks the end of an era for certain individuals.
Whether it’s Harry Maguire, Aaron Wan-Bissaka, David De Gea, Wout Weghorst, Anthony Martial, Fred, or Scott McTominay, their potential departures evoke a sense of nostalgia and gratitude for their contributions to the club’s history.
As the final whistle blows, fans will bid their favorites a fond farewell while eagerly anticipating the next chapter in the ever-evolving journey of Manchester United.
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