‘Big’ stumbling block preventing Martial from quitting Man United – pundit
Man United may struggle to shift Anthony Martial in January because of his “big wages”.
That is the view of former Premier League striker Kevin Campbell, speaking exclusively to Football Insider about the 26-year-old’s future at Old Trafford.
Martial’s agent, Philippe Lamboley, told Sky Sports (14 December) that his client wishes to leave the club in January.
Lamboley said he will speak with the club “soon” regarding the French forward’s future.
Speaking on the matter shortly after, United interim boss told journalists Martial needs to inform the board or himself if he wants to leave.
Martial is under contract at Old Trafford until the summer of 2024.
When asked by Football Insider for his assessment of the player’s future, Campbell said: “I’m not sure what the future holds for Martial.
“It is an interesting one. There is no doubt about it, he has incredible talent. But he hasn’t played enough football. He has suffered with a couple of injuries and a lack of form. I don’t think we’ve seen enough of him lately.
“When you look at the top teams, I’m not sure they’d want him. Arsenal have [Emile] Smith Rowe, [Bukayo] Saka and [Gabriel] Martinelli playing great at the moment. Pepe can’t even get in the team.
“When you look at Spurs, who have Son Heung-min, [Harry] Kane and Lucas Moura, I cannot see him moving there. West Ham? I can’t see that either.
“Those big wages could be a problem.”
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