The hottest potato in football looks most likely to be lobbed overseas as Manchester United embark on their plan to “rebuild” Mason Greenwood.
Within seconds of the 3pm statement clarifying that United would sever ties, WhatsApp chatter was alight between agents speculating on his next move.
“The Saudis will get an offer in, no doubt,” speculated one leading dealmaker, predicting that Greenwood will have up to 10 options by the end of the week.
United have spared themselves untold reputational damage in clearing Greenwood to pursue a club elsewhere. However, fears about surrendering a prized talent to a potential rival mean the club are determined to retain control in where his next chapter begins.
