TRANSFER NEWS: Atletico Madrid lineup transfer swoop for Anthony Martial

Spanish topflight team Atletico Madrid are currently preparing a swap-move for Manchester United striker Anthony Martial.

Earlier this week, Anthony Martial's agent expressed clients decision to leave Old Trafford in no uncertain words. Pointing out that Martial was disappointed after falling down the pecking order, and would be making a move away from Old Trafford.

Martial's 2021/2022 season

The beginning of the 2021/2022 season has not been the best on terms of game time and performances for Anthony Martial.

A combination of injuries and lack of trust from existing managers, has been a major reason why Martial is constantly overlooked during Manchester United's games.

For previous manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, one could say it was a thing to do with Ronaldo's presence. However, under new boss Ralf Ragnick, even graduating youth players like Anthony Elanga have got some games under their belts.

Atletico make the first approach

Bearing in mind Martial's present circumstance at Manchestee United, Atletico Madrid are preparing a transfer swap for the French man.

From the details of the deal, it would involve English right-back Kieran Tripper to move to the opposite direction.

Overview

Knowing fully well that Aaron Wan Bissaka is not completely trusted by Ralf Ragnick, a move from Atletico Madrid to offer him in exchange for Martial is a smart one.

This remains a deal with the highest level of probability in the January transfer window.