Man Utd confirm list of released players as new era begins at Old Trafford

Manchester United have confirmed the players leaving Old Trafford on a free transfer this summer, with Anthony Martial and Raphael Varane the highest-profile exits.

Having failed to impress last season, Man United board are eager to turn the team around by bringing in fresh legs.

Though Erik ten Hag’s future is still under huge scrutiny, the reds have decided to let go of some young players while still in talks with some players over a new contract.

United confirmed that new contract discussions are ongoing with Jonny Evans and Tom Heaton, while youngster Omari Forson, who broke into the first-team, has formally been offered a new deal.

Talks are also still ongoing with Shola Shoretire, who made five appearances in 2020/21 and 2021/22.

However, Martial who joined United from Monaco in September 2015 in a deal worth an initial £36m, rising to £57.6m depending on achieved bonuses will depart the club this summer.

Varane, who has spent three years at the United following a big-money move from Real Madrid will also depart Old Trafford.

Brandon Williams, another United academy graduate, is leaving after spending the 2023/24 season on loan at Ipswich Town, and Charlie McNeill, Marcus Lawrence, Kie Plumley and Tom Huddlestone, who has spent two years mentoring and playing alongside the Under-21s, are also departing.