Gossips are dancing through the halls of Manchester United, with whispers of forward Anthony Martial preparing to bid adieu to the club in the coming summer. Reports indicate that despite manager Erik ten Hag dropping hints about discussions for a new contract, a trusted source within the club has spilled the beans that Martial’s departure is all but certain.

During a recent press conference, Ten Hag revealed that the club has not moved to extend Martial’s contract, which would have kept him at Old Trafford until June 2025. The Dutch manager mentioned ongoing discussions with Martial and his representatives, but according to the insider, a new contract is unlikely to materialize. This means that the French maestro will walk away on a free transfer when his current contract expires in the summer.

Having graced the red jersey for eight-and-a-half illustrious years since his move from Monaco in 2015, Martial has left his mark, notching 90 goals in 317 appearances for the club. Unfortunately, he has been sidelined due to illness for the past month and is expected to miss the upcoming FA Cup third-round clash against Wigan Athletic.

In addition to Martial’s uncertain future, Ten Hag also confirmed the club has triggered one-year extensions for Aaron Wan-Bissaka and Victor Lindelöf, ensuring their allegiance until 2025. However, the same privilege was not extended to Raphaël Varane, casting doubts on the defender’s tenure at the club. Nevertheless, talks are open for a revised contract with Varane.

Meanwhile, the potential homecoming of Jadon Sancho to Borussia Dortmund seems to be on the cards. Reports suggest that the German outfit will chip in with a nominal loan fee and contribute towards the 23-year-old’s wages, hinting at an impending deal. When probed about the prospective loan move, Ten Hag chose to keep mum, indicating that there are no updates to disclose at the moment.

As the whirlwind of transfer speculations continues to sweep through Old Trafford, it’s evident that change is on the horizon for Manchester United. Martial’s looming exit and the possible loan of Sancho are just the beginning, as the club sets its sights on restructuring its squad and laying the foundation for the future. With negotiations in progress and uncertainties surrounding key players, it’s clear that United is primed for a transformative summer transfer window.