Erik ten Hag is finally trimming his Manchester United squad down to a workable size, with Eric Bailly and Alex Telles set to become the first casualties of the imminent Old Trafford exodus.
The Red Devils signed Tyrell Malacia and Lisandro Martinez this summer transfer window, leaving their defensive ranks bloated on the eve of the new Premier League season. United have seven senior options at centre-back and four at left-back, meaning it is essential Ten Hag swings the axe.
The Dutchman has identified six defenders as surplus to requirements and transfer exits are edging towards completion. Two of the first players out of the door could be left-back Telles and centre-back Bailly, who have slipped further down the pecking order following United's summer arrivals.
