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Manchester United plan 13-player summer clear-out
TL;DR
Manchester United plans to clear out 13 players this summer to lower their wage bill and secure funds for new signings. The club aims to return to the Champions League next season.
Key points
- Manchester United plans a 13-player clear-out this summer
- The clear-out aims to reduce the wage bill
- Funds will be freed for summer investment
- The club is preparing to return to the Champions League
- They need five points from the last five games for qualification
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Manchester United plan 13-player summer clear-out
Manchester United are planning a 13-player summer clear-out to reduce their wage bill and free funds for summer investment.
The Red Devils are plotting a serious overhaul of their squad as the club prepare to return to the Champions League next season.
Michael Carrick’s side need a maximum of five points from their final five games to be sure of a place in the competition next season.
According to the Express, several high-earners will be moved on to slash the salary bill. Casemiro’s exit is confirmed, with the Brazil midfielder set to depart when his contract expires.
Jadon Sancho’s will also expire in the summer, while suitors will be sought for Marcus Rashford, if his loan move to Barcelona is not made permanent. The departure of that trio will trim around £44m from the club’s annual wage bill.
Rasmus Hojlund’s loan move to Napoli will be made permanent for a fee of around £38m if, as expected, the Italian side secure Champions League football. Napoli are second in Serie A and eight points clear of fifth-placed Roma, with four games to go.
Other names set to depart include Andre Onana, , , , and Dan Gore.
Q&A
Which players are likely to be part of Manchester United's summer clear-out?
The specific players targeted for the clear-out have not been disclosed, but the club is focusing on reducing its wage bill.
How many points does Manchester United need to secure a Champions League spot?
Manchester United needs a maximum of five points from their final five games to guarantee a place in the Champions League next season.
What are the financial implications of Manchester United's planned player clear-out?
The clear-out aims to reduce the wage bill and free up funds for summer investments in new players.
