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Manchester United Transfer News: Anthony Martial and Morgan Schneiderlin Rumours
- Updated: December 27, 2016
Manchester United are to reportedly reject an approach from Sevilla to take Anthony Martial on loan for the remainder of the season.
According to Simon Jones of MailOnline, Sevilla director of football Monchi has been in touch with the player’s representative about a potential temporary switch, although it’s noted the Red Devils will not allow an important member of the first-team squad to depart.
Jones added that Martial is keen to feature more frequently, although United manager Jose Mourinho believes he can work harder.
Martial excelled in his debut season for the Red Devils, lighting up the Premier League with his searing speed, brilliant skill and composed finishing. However, he’s found his second term in English football’s top flight a little more testing, starting just seven games and scoring once in the league.
Sevilla manager Jorge Sampaoli is reportedly keen to hand Martial a chance to play more football, while West Ham United have also been linked.
The France international found himself on the bench on Monday for United’s 3-1 win over Sunderland at Old Trafford. Sports journalist Liam Canning believed he was unlucky to miss out:
Pleased to see Mkhitaryan back on the bench today. A shame that Martial couldn’t start – doesn’t deserve to lose his place to Lingard.
— Liam Canning (@LiamPaulCanning) December 26, 2016
It’s not surprising that Martial’s standards have sagged slightly. As a 21-year-old, it is natural that his form will …