After the abrupt end to Switzerland’s World Cup campaign, Manchester United target Yann Sommer is about to embark on a difficult six months as he decides his future.
The goalkeeper is reportedly considering his next steps as his contract enters the final months once the January transfer window opens.
Last summer, he was heavily linked with a move to Man United, but the club decided to go on loan Martin Dubravka.
Starting next month, Sommer will be able to discuss a possible free transfer for next season.
According to 11Freunde, more than eight years after signing for Borussia Mönchengladbach, Sommer faces one last big decision, whether to extend his contract or sign elsewhere.
United are reportedly looking for a long-term successor to number one David de Gea, who also has a contract that expires at the end of the season.
While the club has the option to extend this deal for another year, Erik ten Hag is expected to add a new goalkeeper to the squad.
Dubravka reportedly has a clause in his contract to make his loan move permanent, but United may well avoid any way this kicks in as his few performances so far for the club have been less than impressive.
It seems unlikely that Swiss international Sommer will turn down a high-profile move if a Premier League club calls.
He has seen a complete overhaul at Borussia and has contributed to much of the club’s success over the years.
Most recently, he broke the record for most saves in a league game against Bayern Munich.
He had 19 saves against the best in the league and clearly has a lot left before his career is finally over.
They have also faced tough competition in the Champions League against the likes of Real Madrid, FC Barcelona, ​​Inter Milan and Manchester City.
However, Sommer, who is 33, does not look like a long-term solution to United’s goalkeeping woes.
However, he clearly still has the ability to displace whoever is number one next season if a transfer materialises.
