Villarreal 'reigniting interest in Man United winger Facundo Pellistri, with boss Erik ten Hag willing to let the Uruguay international leave' three years after signing for £9million

Villarreal have reignited their interest in Manchester United winger Facundo Pellistri, according to a new report.

The 22-year-old Uruguayan joined the Premier League for £9m in October 2020 but has struggled to crack the first team at Old Trafford, with two moves to Spanish club Alaves.

It is now believed that the winger could be the next star to leave Man United in the January transfer window, with manager Erik ten Hag willing to let Pellistri go.

The sun report that Villarreal are preparing a possible permanent move for Pellistri after initially expressing an interest in the 22-year-old in the summer.

Since then, the Uruguayan international has mainly been a bit player for the Red Devils, often coming off the bench, but has also seen his opportunities limited despite Manchester United's problems so far this season.

Manager Erik ten Hag is reportedly happy to let Pellistri leave Old Trafford after three years

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Two months ago ten Hag said: 'For Pelli (Pellistri) he has to make the step from a bench player, who often has a very good impact, to a starting XI player.

“We'll see how quickly that process goes.”

This statement sparked rumors of yet another move, possibly to LaLiga side Sevilla, or Ligue 1 side Nice, owned by Sir Jim Ratcliffe, who recently confirmed the purchase of a 25% stake in Manchester United.

However, Seville's LaLiga rivals Villarreal are offering a permanent option that could work for all parties.

Pellitri last started for Man United in September, despite the club's notable problems up front. The return of Amad Diallo brought more competition to the Uruguayan's role and Alejandro Garnacho shone on the flanks in a tough season.

Another one of Man United's many attacking options, Jadon Sancho looks set to finally leave Old Trafford with an impending move to Borussia Dortmund.

Villarreal are currently 13th in LaLiga and were interested in Pellistri in the summer

Villarreal are currently 13th in the LaLiga and are turning their attention to the Copa del Ray with their trip to Unionistas on Sunday evening.

Last week, former Manchester United defender Eric Bailly returned to his former club Villarreal on an 18-month contract. He moved as a free agent after his contract with Turkish club Besiktas was torn up.

On Friday, Sheffield United signed Ben Brereton-Diaz from Villarreal on loan for the remainder of the current season after he struggled for game time in LaLiga.