Ruben Amorim leaves the door open for outcast Man Utd quartet to return: ‘They are our players’

Malacia has drawn interest from Saudi Arabia, but it’s still unclear whether the other three will secure moves away or remain with United next season.

Amorim noted that he hasn’t ruled out bringing them back into the squad once the transfer window closes.

He explained: “Some players have to find a new place to have more space in the team, and other players clearly show they want a new challenge and want new teams. We are just allowing these players to have time to think and to decide. If we reach a point where they have to join the team, they will join the team because they are our players.”

“I know for a fact, these people, Omar [Berrada], Jason [Wilcox], and the club, have a number for these players. If they don’t reach that number, they will be Manchester United players. No doubt about that. I understand that clubs are waiting for the last minute but they can have a surprise.”

“I’m ready to receive these players; it gives us more competition,” he continued. “If you want to play in the World Cup next year you need minutes on the pitch so I’m happy with this because it gives me more options.”

“If there is increased competition for places then I see no issues with this,” added Amorim. “If you look at all of Europe’s top clubs there is always strength in depth throughout their squads.”

Man Utd striker search could depend on summer sales

If Ineos can bring in funds through player sales, it would give them more flexibility to target problem areas within the squad. Striker and goalkeeper remain two of the most pressing issues still to be addressed.

According to ESPN, United have narrowed their striker search to a three-man list that no longer includes Benjamin Sesko.

The focus has now shifted to Ollie Watkins, Randal Kolo Muani, and Dusan Vlahovic. However, the report notes that any move will depend on players leaving first. Until then, no deal is likely to happen soon.