Manchester United head coach Ruben Amorim has pinpointed Christian Eriksen and Antony as high earners who could be offloaded during the fast-approaching January transfer window in order to boost his budget for Old Trafford reinforcements, GIVEMESPORT sources have revealed. Although the Red Devils were not afraid to splash the cash in the summer, with Leny Yoro being the most expensive acquisition thanks to completing a £58.9 million switch from Lille, the Portuguese tactician has set his sights on making adjustments to the squad he inherited from predecessor Erik ten Hag.
Despite being able to enter the market for recruits in the coming weeks, Manchester United parted company with sporting director Dan Ashworth last weekend after there were frustrations with his input when it came to seeking a new boss, and Amorim is working with influential figures behind the scenes to identify ways to bolster his options.
Ruben Amorim is reportedly to get rid of Man Utd signings in January
According to GMS sources, Manchester United is willing to transfer players from their present team in order to increase their winter budget. As a result, Amorim and important decision-makers have identified Eriksen and Antony as high-earning individuals who might provide them flexibility if they take on a new project next month. At Old Trafford, the two have contracts that allow them to earn a combined £350,000 per week. It is understood behind the scenes that letting them go would relieve some of the strain on the wage bill and free up additional funds to bring in possible replacements halfway through the season.
Amorim’s long-term plans at Manchester United do not include Eriksen, who could become a free agent in the summer, according to GMS sources, and Antony has not been able to persuade managers that he can improve his situation if allowed to stay in his current environment.
