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Man United make a U-turn on the future of their South American starlet after brilliant Derby cameo

Derby County v Manchester United, ManU Pre-Season Friendly 18/07/2021. Goal 0-2 Facundo Pellistri 28 of Manchester United scores a goal and celebrates during the Pre-Season Friendly match between Derby County and Manchester United at the Pride Park, Derby, England on 18 July 2021. Editorial use only DataCo restrictions apply See www.football-dataco.com PUBLICATIONxNOTxINxUK , Copyright: xNigelxKeenex PSI-13083-0037

Transfer News: Facundo Pellistri set to stay at Manchester United

According to transfer news from The Sun, Facundo Pellistri could be set for a stay at Manchester United. It was initially understood that another loan deal would be the best option. But his performance against Derby County in the pre-season friendly has prompted a rethink on the club’s part.

The winger spent the second half of last season on loan at Deportivo Alaves. He was signed by the club last summer but after the arrival of Amad Diallo in January, he was sent on loan to the La Liga side. It was decided that Pellistri would benefit from some first-team football after mostly playing for the U-23s during the initial months.

Facundo Pellistri in action for Manchester United U-23 in the EFL Trophy. (GETTY Images)
Facundo Pellistri in action for Manchester United U-23 in the EFL Trophy. (GETTY Images)

The South American made 12 appearances for Alaves as they narrowly avoided relegation. While he did not manage to get a goal or assist, his overall performance was satisfactory. Back at United now, Pellistri was handed a chance to impress against Derby County.

Capping it off with his first goal, Pellistri looked really solid in the 45 minutes he was handed. That cameo against Derby has forced the club to reassess the situation, meaning that he could yet stay back and fight for his place. Pellistri also expressed his desire to remain at the club.

ESP: Sevilla FC-Deportivo Alaves. La Liga Santander. Facundo Pellistri of Deportivo Alaves during the La Liga match between Sevilla FC v Deportivo Alavs played at Sanchez Pizjuan Stadium on May 28, 2021 in Sevilla, Spain. Copyright: xAntonioxPozox/xPRESSINPHOTOx AP_210523_727

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Pellistri is very unlikely to get a crack at regular football if he stays at United this season. It’s optimistic to hope that he can prove that wrong, however, there are other factors to consider. United recently signed Jadon Sancho and the attack is pretty much set. There are far too many wingers in the side for Pellistri to compete with at this point.

Written by George Baker

Full-time football fan, half-time football writer. Way too big of a Manchester United fan. GGMU.

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