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Manchester United make a decision on Juan Mata’s future at Old Trafford

MANCHESTER, ENGLAND - DECEMBER 14: Juan Mata of Manchester United scores the second goal during the Barclays Premier League match between Manchester United and Liverpool at Old Trafford on December 14, 2014 in Manchester, England. (Photo by Alex Livesey/Getty Images)

Transfer News: Juan Mata set to end his Manchester United stay this summer

According to the latest transfer news coming out of Spanish outlet Fichajes, Manchester United have made a decision on the future of Juan Mata.

The 32-year-old arrived at Old Trafford from Chelsea in 2014. He has since been a key member of our first-team squad.

Not a young player anymore, age is catching up with the Spanish international. He is not a major part of Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s plans and can be considered expendable by the club.

Manchester United have made a decision on the future of Juan Mata.. According to the news, he is set for a transfer away from Old Trafford.
Transfer News: Juan Mata set to end his Manchester United stay this summer

According to the report, Mata is behind both Bruno Fernandes and Donny van de Beek in the United pecking order. Considering that the latter himself is struggling for game time, Mata’s situation cannot be clearer.

The Red Devils need to strengthen multiple positions this summer. With money not freely available, funds will need to be raised through sales.

Mata’s contract at the club expires this summer. The Red Devils do however have the option to extend it by another year. Doing so would help retain his value in the market.

Manchester United have made a decision on the future of Juan Mata.
Mata has been at the club since 2014

Mata is keen to return to his homeland and embark upon a new challenge in his career. Several La Liga sides are interested in the player.

Real Sociedad, Real Betis and Mata’s former side Valencia are all keen on the player. The Spaniard made a name for himself at Valencia before leaving for Chelsea in 2011. Ten years on, with his career entering its twilight years, a return to familiar grounds could be on the cards.

Mata is nearing the end of his career

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While Mata may not have a prominent role to play for United, he still has a number of years left in him. It promises to be an interesting summer for the player.

Written by Pranav Nair

An Engineering postgraduate with a keen interest in statistics, pop culture and football.

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