Manchester United midfielder set to leave club on a free transfer

Nemanja Matic has decided to leave Manchester United at the end of the season when his contract expires.

The Serbian midfielder has been a key player for United since joining from Chelsea in 2017, but he has fallen down the pecking order under Ole Gunnar Solskjaer.

Matic has made just eight Premier League starts this season and has been linked with a move back to Italy or a switch to the MLS.

The 33-year-old is still a valuable member of the United squad, but he is no longer a regular starter and is keen to play more football.

Matic's departure will free up space in the United squad for a new midfielder, with the club linked with a move for Declan Rice.

The England international is one of the most sought-after midfielders in the Premier League and would be a major coup for United.

Matic's departure is a sign that United are moving on from the past and are looking to build a new team under Solskjaer.

The club has spent heavily in recent years, but they have not been able to challenge for the Premier League title.

Solskjaer is hoping to change that next season and will need to add some quality to his squad.

Matic is a good player, but he is not the long-term solution for United.

The club need to sign a younger, more dynamic midfielder who can help them compete for the title.