Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag could be about to suffer a further blow, with young forward Facundo Pellistri seemingly angling for a loan exit.
United are already dealing with the absence of Cristiano Ronaldo from their pre-season tour squad. The veteran is missing for personal reasons, but speculation over his future continues to mount and Ten Hag is seemingly preparing for life without the Portugal star.
With Ronaldo missing, the likes of Pellistri have a chance to impress in Thailand and Australia. However, with the Uruguay international pushing for a spot in his country's squad at the World Cup in November, it appears he wants more guarantees of regular football.