Bailly set to leave Manchester United on loan

Manchester United are open to the idea of sending defender Eric Bailly out on loan next season in order for him to get more playing time, according to reports.

The 26-year-old’s career at the Red Devils has been hindered by long periods on the sidelines though injury and Harry Maguire and Victor Lindelof have formed a strong centre-back partnership at the heart of the United defence.

Bailly could be given the opportunity to get regular first-team action in the 2020-21 campaign by being allowed to join a club on loan, according to The Sun.

LaLiga outfit Valencia are reportedly keen on trying to acquire the services of Bailly next season.

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United took up the option to extend his contract earlier this season which will see him through until the summer of 2022.

Bailly has only made eight appearances for Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s side during the 2019-20 campaign after sustaining a serious knee injury in pre-season.

The centre half made the move to Old Trafford for £30million when Jose Mourinho was at the helm in 2016.