Manchester United manager Mourinho has left Bailly out in the cold over the last few months, leading to talk of a move away.
Reports have claimed the Ivory Coast international is on the radar of Premier League rivals Arsenal, with Chelsea and Tottenham also backed to secure his signature.
Recently, however, Bailly returned to the Manchester United side. The defender impressed in their 2-2 Premier League draw with Arsenal.
He was then, though, dropped by Jose Mourinho for the Red Devils’ thumping 4-1 win over Fulham.
Many United fans are confused as to where Bailly’s future lies.
But the Guardian claim the 24-year-old has held positive talks with Mourinho about his current situation.
It is said that Mourinho told him he was delighted with his showing against Arsenal, in what was his first appearance in two months.
And the Guardian claim the United boss also opened up on his Fulham snub.
The report says that Mourinho told Bailly he was merely rested for the showdown with Claudio Ranieri’s men.
Man Utd news: Jose Mourinho has given some words of comfort to Eric Bailly (Image: GETTY)
Man Utd news: Jose Mourinho has backed Eric Bailly amid Arsenal transfer links (Image: GETTY)
And he also said that, should Bailly continue to show patience, more game time will come.
The United star could start against Valencia when the two teams lock horns in the Champions League on Wednesday (8pm).
Should he get the nod, then Bailly will go up against his old boss Marcelino - who managed him at Villarreal.
And, ahead of the Champions League showdown, Marcelino lauded the United star.
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