Anthony Martian wants to revive his career with a move away from Manchester United as he is not keen to remain at the club.
According to Football Insider, Anthony Martial has no intention to remain at the club beyond January or the end of the season. The Frenchman has fallen behind in popularity with the manager and wants to revive his career somewhere else where he could play a starring role.
It was strange to see Anthony Martial start for Manchester United beyond the summer transfer window, as the 27-year-old ace was expected to leave the club. Many clubs had shown an interest in the Frenchman, but he failed to move.
Erik ten Hag took the opportunity to test Martial one final time as he used the Frenchman as a deputy for the injured Rasmus Hojlund for a few games. The latter signed for Manchester United in a big-money move from Atalanta and has since become their main striker.
Martial may not have a chance to start games regularly unless there’s another injury to one of the key starters. Ten Hag might continue to count on the 27-year-old ace not keen on a Manchester United stay, considering the problems he has with the club’s wingers like Antony and Jadon Sancho.
Hence, he could come in handy in games this season, but beyond that, Martial’s future remains uncertain. The 27-year-old ace appears unhappy with the state of affairs with his playing time and role within Ten Hag’s system. He wants to play at a club where he has a starring role, which points towards a move away.
In fact, Manchester United are keen to get rid of Martial and his massive wages off their books. The Red Devils have the option to extend his current deal by another season. They might decide on it once the interest in the attacker becomes clear.
Barcelona are keen on Martial, but they are only looking at the financial feasibility of signing an experienced attacker here. For the 27-year-old ace, he will find himself in the same predicament of playing second fiddle to someone else at the Catalan club.
There’s also the interest from Saudi Pro League clubs in Martial, and this is where he can realistically play an important role. Financially, it could prove a solid deal for all parties concerned, but whether Martial wants to move there this early should also be considered.
In any case, beyond the short term, Martial does not have a future at Manchester United. Ten Hag will dip into the market to sign a new attacker as the Frenchman’s replacement, as the 27-year-old barely offers anything on the offensive side of things for the club.
