Alex Telles closing in on Al Nassr move as Manchester United eye six-man clearout

Manchester United defender Alex Telles is closing in on a move to Saudi Arabian side Al Nassr.

The 30-year-old spent last season on loan at Sevilla and is regarded as a must-sell by United as he is out of contract next year.

Figures at United expect Telles to complete a permanent move for around £6million after nearly three years at the club. United bought Telles from Porto for £13.8m in October 2020 and he has made 50 appearances.

There is also tentative interest from Saudi clubs in Eric Bailly, who is not in United manager Erik ten Hag's plans. Bailly's deal expires next year and he last played for United in December 2021.

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Bailly, 29, has been back to United's Carrington training complex separately after he did not return with the rest of the players who were on international duty in June. Both Bailly and Telles had permission not to report back.

Nottingham Forest have also stepped up their interest in Anthony Elanga, who is in the United States for United's pre-season tour.

Elanga, 21, is also available for transfer after one start in the last eight months and his price is being driven up due to multiple club interest. Everton enquired about Elanga but Forest could outbid them.

United are also waiting for Forest to submit an acceptable offer for Dean Henderson after they rejected their initial proposal of a loan deal with an obligation to buy if he made a certain number of appearances.

West Ham United have contacted United about Harry Maguire while there is uncertainty over Fred's future following the signing of midfielder Mason Mount.

It is unclear if Fred will join the United squad in the States but sources insist his personal