MANCHESTER UNITED is considering allowing Eric Bailly to leave on loan next season, with Valencia showing interest.
The Ivory Coast defender was plagued with injuries during his career in Old Trafford, including long-term knee problems.
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The 26-year-old is a popular member of the Red Devils team and boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is a huge fan of his talents.
But Harry Maguire and Victor Lindelof are his favorite association, and there is interest in bringing another central defender.
It is understood that United wants it to do some regular action, which could mean that it leaves on loan for first team opportunities.
The Spanish Valencia team has already made it clear that they want Bailly for the whole, if not part, or next season.
There was also interest from clubs in Portugal, along with rumors of talks with Serie A teams in Italy.
The central defender struggled to stay in shape after his £ 30m move from Villarreal in 2016, and failed to maintain a regular spot.
United triggered its two-year contract extension option in January to prevent it from leaving with a free transfer this summer.
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It is understood that the Red Devils do not want to sell Bailly, but would at least ask for their money back if an offer came.
However, they are open to the idea of a loan and anyone who takes it should pay a significant amount to his or her wages of £ 150,000 a week.
He has made 53 appearances for the club in the Premier League in the past four seasons and has scored one goal.
