ERIK TEN HAG is ready to put five Manchester United players on the chopping block this summer – including a favourite of co-owner Joel Glazer.
The Dutchman wants to clear house as he tries to mould the perfect squad to build on clear progress the Red Devils have shown this season.
Erik ten Hag has decisions to make as he looks to slim down his squadRex
GettyThe Glazers put the club up for sale last summer[/caption]
In his first year at the club, Ten Hag has ended United’s trophy drought by landing the Carabao Cup and will be aiming for more silverware.
He has also made the club competitive again in the Premier League after years in the wilderness.
But his mission is far from complete and more players could be shown the door this summer.
Manchester Evening News report that Harry Maguire, Brandon Williams, Alex Telles, Anthony Martial and Eric Bailly will all be up for sale this summer.
Maguire is the club captain and Ten Hag has often spoken highly of his leadership abilities.
But the 30-year-old has lacked first-team opportunities and found himself spending much time on the bench.
Meanwhile, Martial is believed to be the favourite of co-owner Joel Glazer and he has reportedly intervened to stop the Frenchman being sold previously.
But the 27-year-old, who was signed with much expectation in 2015, has failed to convince over a sustained period and has been increasingly hampered by injury problems.
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United’s bloated squad could be reduced even further than those five players with others far from safe.
They include Dean Henderson who United are reportedly open to selling.
The goalkeeper, currently on loan at Nottingham Forest but sidelined with injury, memorably lashed out at the club after his move was confirmed.
And Jadon Sancho could also be at risk of the chop as Ten Hag reportedly grows frustrated with the winger.
The funds raised by club sales could help United achieve their transfer ambitions this summer.
The Red Devils are pursuing Harry Kane as they look to land a top quality striker.
United have also been linked with a move for full-back Benjamin Pavard.