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Valencia linked to Man United defender

Valencia linked to Man United defender

Italian international Matteo Darmian could be on his way out of Old Trafford soon, if the latest reports from Spain are accurate.

The former Torino man has been a huge flop with the Mancunians, and has only started two Premier League games this season.

The 27-year-old put in an awful shift for the Azzurri last night as Gian Piero Ventura’s men were knocked out of qualification for the 2018 World Cup by Sweden.

According to Onda Cero, high-flying Valencia have thought of Darmian, but recognize that they may struggle to sign him in January.

Things have been so desperate on the left for the Red Devils that Coach Jose Mourinho has had to resort to using converted winger Ashley Young at the position.

This story may be linked to Andreas Pereira’s possible return to Old Trafford, the 21-year-old midfielder reportedly being needed by the Red Devils amidst a huge raft of injuries.

Valencia themselves have been very good at converting players who have flunked elsewhere, including Simone Zaza and Geoffrey Kondogbia.

Darmian originally joined United for €18 million in 2015, but has never truly established himself as a regular starter.