Adnan Januzaj set for Man Utd loan departure

Manchester United manager Louis van Gaal has told Adnan Januzaj that he would be allowed to leave on loan this month. Club manager chief executive Ed Woodward has been informed by van Gaal that Januzaj is not a part of his plans for the rest of the campaign.

Januzaj, who is widely regarded as one of Europe's best young players, has so far failed to force his way into United's team on a regular basis and could now be farmed out on loan.

Several teams have shown some interest, including Premier League duo Stoke City and Everton. However, United are known to favour a move to another top European league for the midfielder.

At this moment Angel di Maria is apparently preferred to Januzaj, with Juan Mata and Wayne Rooney making up a part of a three man midfield.