David Ornstein has reported that Manchester United could potentially lose Aaron Wan-Bissaka for a few games in the early months of 2024. The player’s decision will determine the final outcome as he has been approached by an African country to represent them in the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations.
Aaron Wan-Bissaka Faces Major Decision
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Wan-Bissaka Could Switch International Allegiance from England to DR Congo
The DR Congo has approached the United right-back to represent them in the next year’s AFCON. The player is of Congolese descent which makes him eligible to represent them on the international stage. The London-born man has represented England at various youth levels but has yet to make a senior appearance.
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Gareth Southgate has called up the 25-year-old defender to the national team squad in the past but he failed to make an appearance due to injury issues. The Three Lions currently have a lot of quality and depth in the right-back spot, including the likes of Trent Alexander-Arnold, Kieran Trippier and Reece James.
United Could Face Key Departures
The AFCON will be held in Ivory Coast during the early months of 2024. The tournament will kick off on January 13 and the final is scheduled to be played on February 11. The sturdy defender could potentially be absent for that period if he decides to switch his international allegiances. According to Ornstein, the player is yet to make a decision but the opportunity to play a starring role on the international stage is reportedly an interesting prospect for the “brilliant” full-back.
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While Wan-Bissaka considers the opportunity, the Red Devils could potentially lose two other key players as well during that period. New signings Sofyan Amrabat and Andre Onana are important members for Morocco and Cameroon respectivley and are highly likely to be called up for the continental tournament.
