While Manchester United fans focus on possible big-name signings this summer, a surprising name is quietly making his way back to Old Trafford.
It’s a face many had written off, but now he’s back in the mix—if only briefly.
Tyrell Malacia Returns After Injury-Hit Spell in the Netherlands
Tyrell Malacia, once Erik ten Hag’s very first signing at United back in 2022, is heading back to Manchester after his loan stint with PSV Eindhoven came to an end.
PSV decided against making his move permanent, leaving the 25-year-old full-back in limbo.
After showing real promise in his debut season, Malacia’s career took a sharp downturn.
He suffered a brutal meniscus tear, followed by a failed operation and a second surgery that reset his entire recovery process.
It’s been 18 long months of setbacks and rehabilitation, but now he’s fit—just as United seem ready to move on without him.
United Still Looking to Offload Malacia
Despite his return, Malacia’s future at the club remains very uncertain.
According to The Athletic, there’s no solid interest from other teams yet, but United are hoping to shift him as part of a wider clear-out.
Every potential transfer counts right now for United, who are trying to make room financially for a summer rebuild.
The Big Summer Clear-Out Continues
Malacia isn’t the only name on the chopping block.
United are reportedly open to selling several other high-profile players, including Marcus Rashford, Alejandro Garnacho, Jadon Sancho, and Antony.
Sancho, in particular, seems destined for a Bundesliga reunion, most likely with Borussia Dortmund.
But with United holding out for £25 million, a move isn’t guaranteed—especially since Chelsea, where he was on loan, didn’t opt to keep him.
Rashford and Antony Deals Could Get Complicated
As for Rashford, things are equally complicated.
He had a decent spell on loan at Aston Villa, but United are said to prefer a full sale—valuing him at around £40 million.
Still, insiders think a loan with an option to buy is the more realistic route.
Antony is in a similar spot. The Brazilian found form at Real Betis, but the Spanish side can’t afford United’s price tag of £30-35 million.
A loan move with a potential buy option is again on the table—unless United drastically reduce the asking fee.
United’s Transfer Strategy Hinges on Offloading ‘Deadwood’
It’s clear United are doing everything they can to raise funds through outgoing transfers.
With no Champions League revenue this year and a big need for reinforcements, every sale matters.
Tyrell Malacia’s return may just be a short stopover before a permanent goodbye—but in a summer full of movement, nothing’s off the table yet.
