Despite Erik ten Hag’s ‘Clear’ Feelings on Comeback, Mason Greenwood Still on FC Barcelona & Atletico Madrid’s Radar: Reports

Mason Greenwood is currently dividing opinions among the Manchester United fanbase. Following a nearly 2 year absence from the sport, the Englishman moved to La Liga side Getafe and has been scoring bangers up ever since. With 5 goals and 4 assists in 17 appearances this season, the youngster has been one of the main reasons why Getafe find themselves in the top half of the table. In the process, he has attracted the attention of the biggest La Liga giants, despite Erik ten Hag’s less-than-popular stance on the youngster.

Greenwood, currently on loan from Manchester United, has his future up in the air. He last played for the Red Devils in 2022, having been arrested due to a major personal controversy. The charges were later dropped, but it remains to be seen if the highly rated youngster returns to the ‘Theatre of Dreams‘ or pursues a life outside the UK.

With Xavi keen, Simeone already witnessed 3-3 terror vs Greenwood who emerges as a transfer target

As per El Chiringuito, La Liga giants Barcelona & Atletico Madrid want to sign probably the recent best Manchester United academy graduate. Not surprising, considering how Diego Simeone and his team witnessed firsthand the destructive qualities of the two-footed attacker during their recent 3-3 draw with Getafe. Although Greenwood didn’t score, he dictated Getafe’s attacks, completing 50 passes and creating 3 chances. He also completed 4 dribbles and disrupted Atletico’s defensive organization. The Englishman’s performance was so good that Antoine Griezmann admitted his side ‘couldn’t stop‘ the brilliant attacker. Looks like the upper management has been impressed as well.

As per reports, Barcelona has even offered the Getafe star their iconic ’10 jersey’. Mason Greenwood’s versatility to play as a right winger or as a center forward would help Blaugrana immensely. Their current first choice for these positions, Raphinha & Robert Lewandowski are not having the best season. The duo has just 11 league goals combined this campaign. Hence, a move to Barcelona makes perfect sense for both parties.

However, the move is not as straightforward as it seems because Greenwood remains a Manchester United player. In fact, Erik ten Hag reportedly wants the attacker back at the club. Let’s dive deeper.

Erik ten Hag is in favor of reintegration, does that close the La Liga chapter for good?

As per Express UK, the Dutch manager wants the Englishman back at Old Trafford. Former chief executive Richard Arnold wanted to reintegrate Mason Greenwood into the first team before public backlash forced them to change plans. However, with the new sporting structure in place, it remains to be seen if they fulfill ten Hag’s wish.

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The Englishman’s contract expires in 2025 and the Red Devils can either sell him, loan him again, or reintegrate the player into the senior squad. Reportedly, Erik ten Hag clearly favors the third option, and for good reason. His attacking trio of Marcus Rashford, Rasmus Højlund, and Antony have just 4 league goals combined this season.

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