Manchester United Transfer News: Matteo Darmian Comments, Daley Blind Rumours

Matteo Darmian has said he does not regret joining Manchester United but would consider a move back to Serie A after remaining on the fringes at Old Trafford.

According to Mark Brus of Metro, the defender gave his thoughts at a press conference as Italy prepare to face Macedonia in World Cup 2018 qualification.

Darmian said:

"I made a choice (to come to Manchester United) and I don't regret it.

"Of course it's normal that any player wants to play as much as possible. I work hard every week and I'll keep doing it.

"I don't always watch Italian football and I don't know what will happen in future, maybe there will be a chance to come back one day."

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The player has struggled to break into manager Jose Mourinho's starting XI, with the self-proclaimed Special One opting to play attacking talents at full-back.

According to Alvise Cagnazzo of The Sun, Darmian desired a move to Italian champions Juventus in the summer, but the defender remained at the Theatre of Dreams. 

The 27-year-old has featured only twice this season in the Premier League and Europe, according to WhoScored.com, and will find it difficult to start unless United suffer with multiple injuries.

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In other Red Devils news, Daley Blind could be on his way out of the club with his contract about to expire in the summer.

According to Turkish outlet Hurriyet (h/t Eren Sarigul of Turkish Football), Fenerbahce are considering a move for the former Ajax player when he becomes a free agent. Blind is allowed to discuss a deal with Fener in January if he is tempted to move to the Super Lig.

Blind was favoured at centre-back by former coach Louis van Gaal, but Mourinho has significantly strengthened his core with the signings of Eric Bailly, Victor Lindelof and Nemanja Matic.

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The return to form and prominence of Phil Jones has also crowded the defence, pushing Blind back into a more familiar role at left-back.

Blind has superior technical ability, but his lack of strength and pace push him down the pecking order in Mourinho's eyes.

However, United may wish to retain a talent who can cover several positions, and his knowledge of the game makes him an able substitute.