With Marcus Rashford and Antony now firmly installed as Erik ten Hag’s first-choice wingers at Old Trafford, opportunities have been limited for the other forwards in the squad.
Two players that have suffered from a lack of game time are Elanga and Pellistri, the former making just five Premier League starts this season.
Things have been far rougher for Pellistri however, who finally made his debut for United in the recent Carabao Cup win over Charlton – two-and-a-half years after joining the club.
But despite coming off the bench to assist Rashford in that game, the 21-year-old is yet to make another appearance.
While Ten Hag would prefer to keep all his players at United as the Red Devils mount an unlikely title charge, Sky Sports report that he is now willing to let the duo leave on loan so they can get minutes under their belts.
However, United will only consider loan offers if they feel the buying club can significantly help their development.
20-year-old Elanga has been linked with a short-term switch to either Everton or Dortmund, however either move doesn’t look likely anymore despite today’s development.
Dortmund’s interest in the Sweden international is said to have cooled while United are not keen on him moving to Goodison Park amid the Toffees’ problems both on and off the pitch.
As for Pellestri, the Uruguay international’s agent has repeatedly hinted at an exit from Old Trafford in search for more game time, and recently claimed that there are many clubs across Europe interested in his services.
Watford and Valencia have been touted as potential destinations, as has Brazil club Flamengo.
In the meantime, both youngsters will be available for United’s pivotal trip to league leaders Arsenal on Sunday.
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