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Man United ace seeking meeting with Jose Mourinho: Club won’t be rushed into decision
ANTONIO VALENCIA is reportedly keen to sit down with Jose Mourinho to discuss his Manchester United future.
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The 31-year-old is currently nursing a broken arm, and had surgery following Manchester United’s 1-0 win over Manchester City in the EFL Cup last month.
Manchester United have wobbled in Valencia’s absence, winning just one of their past three matches in all competitions.
Recent reports have suggested Mourinho will axe eight players over the next two transfer windows.
Antonio Valencia wants to hold talks with Jose Mourinho
Jose Mourinho is thought to be a fan of Antonio Valencia
The club won’t be rushed into a decision, but Antonio is loved here
The Ecuadorian’s current contract expires at the end of the season.
He takes home around £85,000-a-week and is thought to have an extension option in his deal.
And the 31-year-old wants to know where he stands over his future with Mourinho, who is thought to be a fan of his.
A club source told The Sun: “The club won’t be rushed into a decision, but Antonio is loved here.
Antonio Valencia is currently sidelined with a broken arm
“He wants to stay and is hoping to sit down with Jose and the club at the earliest opportunity.”
Valencia, it is believed, is not expected to return to action for at least another month.
Mourinho meanwhile, will be hoping to continue his fine record against old adversary Arsene Wenger when Arsenal visit Old Trafford after the international break.
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