After Anthony Martial's exit, Manchester United need to continue their clearout this transfer window

Manchester United have seen Anthony Martial leave on loan for Sevilla, but there are more who could follow before the January transfer window closes. For the club, it’s necessary work, started in earnest by Ole Gunnar Solskjaer as he was happy to rid the squad of long-term performers, even if the coronavirus meant that getting rid of those on high wages became increasingly difficult.

New coach Ralf Rangnick appears to be getting no help when it comes to bringing in new signings but he has nevertheless ushered those who are not needed towards the exit door. Ad/> Martial is the first, with the former French international offering little on the pitch and perhaps being reluctant to join in with first team obligations, if his manager is to be believed.

At 26 it has been clear for a couple of years that he would not come close to fulfilling the potential he demonstrated when he first arrived under Louis van Gaal. He could still perform well, but changing clubs will benefit him, and allow United to pool their resources elsewhere.

LigaMartial joins Sevilla on loan for remainder of seasonYESTERDAY AT 22:01 Transfer news — LIVE Haaland wants to 'move on' from recent transfer speculation and spat with Dortmund Barcelona in talks for £35m Wolves winger Traore Martial, though, should only be the start. Donny van de Beek has not been given a chance at United, and while he might be absolutely dreadful in training (there has to be some reason why he is afforded so little opportunity at least) it is hard to imagine he could offer any less than Paul Pogba, Fred or Nemanja Matic.