Manchester United outcast Anthony Martial could soon be granted a way out of Old Trafford, withAtletico Madridreportedly weighing up a swap proposal. The Frenchman has been used sparingly this season, and the arrival of interim boss Ralf Rangnick has done little to change that during the German's early days at the helm.
Anthony Martial could soon be on his way out of Man Utd (Image: GETTY)
Kieran Trippier
Early signs under Rangnick point to the end of Aaron Wan-Bissaka's reign as first-choice right-back at Old Trafford.
Diogo Dalot has been given a new lease of life in his place, but attracting a top-class option in the January transfer window could soon become a priority.
United were believed to be sniffing around Trippier during the summer anyway, so Atletico could pounce on their prior interest in an attempt to persuade the Red Devils into doing business with them for Martial.
United may have to battle the immense wealth of Newcastle United, however, with the Magpies also reportedly plotting a move for the 31-year-old.
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Since leaving Benfica, his progress has stuttered in the Spanish capital and the silky attacker would supposedly be open to an enticing escape route in January.
Although the Red Devils are currently between permanent managers, such a big club could prove hard to resist for the 22-year-old who has struggled for form of late.
One goal in 13 outings is all he can boast this campaign, but his early promise out in Portugal was so eye-catching that such a deal would likely force United to part with a fair amount of cash, alongside Martial, to get it over the line.
Joao Felix's progress has stalled with Atletico Madrid (Image: GETTY)
Geoffrey Kondogbia
United's search for midfield reinforcements could begin in January, with Rangnick reportedly looking to sure up his stock of defensive-minded talent.
Paul Pogba is out of contract at the end of the season - which adds extra urgency to the club's pursuit - and Atletico's Kondogbia would certainly fit the brief.
RB Leipzig's Amadou Haidara has already spoken of his 'dream' to play at Old Trafford, and Rangnick brought him to Germany in the first place, but Kondogbia could have the upper hand due to his versatility.
The 28-year-old has featured as a defensive midfielder, centre-back and left-back in his career to date, and his solidity in the middle of the park could give United's attackers greater license to roam free in Rangnick's preferred 4-2-2-2 formation.