The Late January Transfer Dilemma: Erik ten Hag Gambles with Man Utd’s Future
The verdict on Newport’s FA Cup match against Manchester United was a loss for the former.
According to reports, Manchester United has agreed to send Facundo Pellistri on loan to Granada until the end of the season. However, the move is pending approval from Erik ten Hag, and there are concerns that the decision could strain his relationship with Pellistri.
Pellistri, an established Uruguay international with 18 caps, has made only 24 appearances for United in four years. This season, he has only made 14 appearances, with a few starts in the Champions League and the Premier League. In a recent FA Cup match, he remained an unused substitute, raising doubts about his playing time.
Granada has offered Pellistri a loan deal, but its completion depends on Ten Hag’s decision. With limited attacking options, Ten Hag may be hesitant to sanction Pellistri’s loan, even though the player is in need of regular game time. The dilemma may lead to a frustrating situation for Pellistri.
The loan deal to Granada could potentially raise Pellistri’s value before a possible summer sale, but Ten Hag is facing a shortage of attacking options and may decide to keep Pellistri at the club, despite the player’s need for regular minutes.
