Former United fan favourite to undergo medical ahead of January move, will reunite with two ex-Red Devils – report

Former Manchester United midfielder Ander Herrera is reportedly all set to reunite with several ex-Red Devils in Argentina.

Herrera established himself as a fan favourite at Old Trafford after moving to Manchester in 2014 under Louis van Gaal.

Upon the expiration of his contract in 2019, the Spaniard moved to Paris Saint-Germain, much to the disappointment of the United faithful.

The midfielder, known for his immense work ethic, then returned to Athletic Bilbao in 2022. Now, reports in Argentina are claiming he is set for a new adventure with some familiar faces.

According to TyC Sports (via Sport Witness), the 35-year-old is close to joining Boca Juniors. He is expected to travel in the next few hours to undergo a medical. It is added that Herrera’s transfer is “now a fact”.

In La Boca, the former United star will reunite with Marcos Rojo and Sergio Romero. Both Argentinians were also signed by Van Gaal and shared the dressing room with Herrera in Manchester.

Herrera would also be welcomed by Edinson Cavani, who played for the Mancunians between 2020 to 2022.

Herrera is departing Bilbao after enduring a tough season under Ernesto Valverde, who has handed him just two starts in La Liga so far this term.

After leaving United, the Spanish star has struggled to consistently deliver in the middle of the park.

His well-wishers will hope a move to Argentina and an opportunity to play alongside his former United teammates would help him enjoy a relatively more promising spell before he ultimately hangs up his boots.

Meanwhile, United are edging closer to losing another fan favourite midfielder, Casemiro. Recently, The Peoples Person relayed a report claiming the Brazilian “is packing his bags” and is set to join Al-Nassr in Saudi Arabia.

At Al-Nassr, Casemiro will be reunited with Cristiano Ronaldo, who shared the pitch with the midfielder at both Real Madrid and United.

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