SHOCKING NEWS: Live from Old Trafford, Manchester United legend blast Erik ten hag and Man United board for letting star leave the club without any credible replacement. He said “This is probably the worst deal I have seen in my life of football this shows how stupid and incalculable United is, selling a player of that calibre for that fee and also with a replacement is unheard of it’s unacceptable”. Manchester United and Turkish club have agreed on a deal that will see United star right-back Aaron Wan-Bissaka sign a four-year contract with new club in coming day on a deal worth £12m. Wan-Bissaka will reportedly earn in the region of €3.5m per year in Turkey. That roughly equates a weekly wage of £55,000-a-week. United legend Rio Ferdinand not happy with club bad decisions in the transfer market.

A high-cost signing whose significance at Manchester United has dwindled under Erik ten Hag has agreed on personal terms with Galatasaray. However, the anticipated transfer fee is expected to frustrate Ten Hag, according to reports. Missteps in the transfer market have been a major factor in Manchester United’s stagnation since the Ferguson era.

Large sums have been spent on players who have not delivered at Old Trafford. One such player is right-back Aaron Wan-Bissaka, who initially showed promise but has since fallen out of favor. While Wan-Bissaka excels in one-on-one defensive situations, his limitations on the ball and lack of offensive contribution have seen him overtaken by Diogo Dalot as Ten Hag’s preferred right-back.

Wan-Bissaka did make 22 Premier League appearances last season, largely due to an injury crisis at left-back, which saw him either filling in at left-back or playing right-back while Dalot covered the left side.

Manchester United are undergoing a significant squad overhaul, and Wan-Bissaka is one of the players they are open to selling. This urgency is heightened by the fact that United activated a one-year extension in Wan-Bissaka’s contract at the start of 2024, leaving him with just 12 months remaining on his deal and no further extensions available.

Turkish giants Galatasaray appear to be the solution to United’s dilemma. Reports indicate that Wan-Bissaka has agreed on personal terms with Galatasaray, who have made him their top target for right-back. According to beIN Sports Turkey, Wan-Bissaka is ready to accept a four-year contract. A recent update confirms a complete agreement on personal terms, with Wan-Bissaka set to earn around €3.5 million per year, roughly £55,000 per week.

With personal terms settled, the focus has shifted to negotiating a transfer fee. Prior reports suggested Galatasaray hoped to pay no more than €20 million for Wan-Bissaka. However, the latest reports from Turkey indicate Galatasaray is now aiming for a fee in the €7 million to €10 million range, equating to £5.9 million to £8.5 million.

These figures are particularly troubling given Manchester United’s modest £50 million budget for the current transfer window. The proceeds from selling players like Jadon Sancho, Mason Greenwood, and Wan-Bissaka are crucial for bolstering Ten Hag’s transfer funds. However, if United receives such a low sum for Wan-Bissaka, Ten Hag’s spending power will see minimal improvement.

It is logical that Manchester United will strive for the best possible deal, attempting to persuade Galatasaray to pay a more substantial fee. Nevertheless, due to Wan-Bissaka’s contract situation, United’s bargaining position is weak.